Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Basundi is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation valued for its sweet taste and cooling potency.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Milk simmered and stirred down to half or less, sweetened and spiced. Deeply brimhana; a festival portion is small, taken at midday when agni can meet it.
Classical Provenance: Gujarati / Maharashtrian tradition; kshirapaka logic per classical dairy texts.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- with hot puri (the classic pairing)
- cardamom, saffron, nutmeg
- sharad purnima moonlight tradition (kheer family)
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: kapha excess / congestion
- Contraindication: diabetes
- Contraindication: weak agni
- Contraindication: lactose intolerance
- Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): with sour fruits at the same meal
- Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): with fish
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Basundi
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1/2 cup (120g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1/2 cup) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 211 kcal | 254 kcal |
| Protein | 8.2 g | 9.8 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 26.7 g | 32.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.07 g | 0.08 g |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | 32.4 g |
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 9.6 g |
| Calcium | 308.6 mg | 370.3 mg |
| Iron | 0.04 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Magnesium | 30.6 mg | 36.7 mg |
| Phosphorus | 252.9 mg | 303.5 mg |
| Potassium | 378 mg | 454 mg |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 114 mg |
| Zinc | 1.07 mg | 1.28 mg |
| Copper | 0.00 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese | 0.07 mg | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium | 4.8 µg | 5.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.05 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 80.0 µg | 96.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.8 µg | 0.9 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.14 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.35 mg | 0.42 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.27 mg | 0.32 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Choline | 44.5 mg | 53.4 mg |
