Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Pearled barley | 170 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Unsweetened almond milk | 1000 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Raisins | 55 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Green cardamom | 1 g | Sweet, Pungent · Cooling |
 Rock sugar | 35 g | Sweet · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the pearled barley and combine it with the unsweetened almond milk in a heavy pan.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently across the base of the pan.
- Add the raisins and continue until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the sweetener and cardamom and cook only until dissolved.
- Rest for five minutes and serve warm or at room temperature.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international lacto-vegetarian pudding adaptation)
Almond-Milk Barley Raisin Pudding is a softly cooked pudding served in a small portion. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Almond-Milk Barley Raisin Pudding
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (210g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 88 kcal | 184 kcal |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 16.9 g | 35.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 5.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | 13.3 g |
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2.7 g |
| Calcium | 142.6 mg | 299.8 mg |
| Iron | 0.91 mg | 1.92 mg |
| Magnesium | 24.9 mg | 52.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 63.6 mg | 133.6 mg |
| Potassium | 126 mg | 265 mg |
| Sodium | 49 mg | 103 mg |
| Zinc | 0.53 mg | 1.10 mg |
| Copper | 0.10 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Manganese | 0.30 mg | 0.63 mg |
| Selenium | 5.2 µg | 10.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.10 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 32.8 µg | 68.8 µg |
| Vitamin E | 5.28 mg | 11.10 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.4 µg | 0.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.09 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.07 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.71 mg | 1.49 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 2.6 µg | 5.4 µg |
| Choline | 2.5 mg | 5.2 mg |
