Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Ajwain seeds, lightly crushed | 7 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Fennel seeds, lightly crushed | 10 g | Sweet, Pungent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Coriander seeds, lightly crushed | 6 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
| Water, freshly boiled | 500 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Measure 500 ml (about 2 cups) water for Ajwain Fennel Infusion; bring it to a full boil, then lower it to a quiet simmer before the herbs or spices enter.
- Bruise the three seeds and place them in simmering water. Work for 30–45 seconds with the heat off, exposing the aromatic centers without grinding the pieces to powder.
- Keep the infusion at a quiet bubble for six minutes. Hold a quiet simmer over low heat for 6 minutes; small bubbles should ring the edge while the liquid becomes fragrant without boiling hard.
- Cover briefly, strain, and serve the savory drink warm. Keep the pot covered off the flame for 2 minutes, then strain for 1 minute without pressing the herbs or spices.
- Let Ajwain Fennel Infusion settle for 6 minutes, check that it is warm or gently cool rather than extreme in temperature, and divide it evenly among four cups.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original lacto-vegetarian recipe developed for the R3 regional and practical cooking collection)
Ajwain Fennel Infusion is a food beverage for enjoyment and seasonal balance, not a medicinal treatment Vata: serve warm and sip slowly. Pitta: keep sourness and pungency mild and omit extra chili. Kapha: minimize sweetener and keep rich plant-milk portions small.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Ajwain Fennel Infusion
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (130g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 14 kcal | 19 kcal |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 0.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2.2 g | 2.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 2.3 g |
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1.1 g |
| Calcium | 54.3 mg | 71.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.64 mg | 0.84 mg |
| Magnesium | 17.1 mg | 22.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20.3 mg | 26.5 mg |
| Potassium | 66 mg | 86 mg |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 9 mg |
| Zinc | 0.20 mg | 0.26 mg |
| Copper | 0.05 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Manganese | 0.18 mg | 0.23 mg |
| Selenium | 0.3 µg | 0.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.8 mg | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.1 µg | 0.2 µg |
| Vitamin K | 0.8 µg | 1.0 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.01 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.02 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.16 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01 mg | 0.02 mg |
