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Ayurvedic Dravya · Regional · — kcal / 100g

Sugarcane vinegar (sirka) Shukta

Also known as: sirka, ganne ka sirka

The classical fermented sour (shukta) in its Indian form — cane juice fermented to vinegar; kindles agni, preserves pickles and onions.

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Sugarcane vinegar (sirka) — Ayurvedic Regional & USDA Nutrition

Sugarcane vinegar (sirka) — Rasa: Sour · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Sour · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Increases (+2) Kapha: Pacifies (-1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sour
Vīrya (Potency)
Heating
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sour
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Sharp, Penetrating, Liquid
Digestibility & Agni
5/5 · Agni 2
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira, Varsha · Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

The classical fermented sour (shukta) in its Indian form — cane juice fermented to vinegar; kindles agni, preserves pickles and onions.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Always diluted or as condiment; classical texts treat shukta as digestive in drops, aggravating in draughts.

Classical Provenance: Classical shukta (Charaka); North Indian sirka tradition.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • sirka onions with heavy meals
  • in pickles and chutneys
  • diluted before meals (weak agni)

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: high pitta, acidity, ulcers
  • Contraindication: tooth enamel (undiluted)
  • Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): with milk (curdles)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Sugarcane vinegar (sirka)

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tbsp (15g):

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