Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Dry tapioca pearls | 170 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Unsweetened almond milk | 950 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Saffron strands | 0.15 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Green cardamom | 1 g | Sweet, Pungent · Cooling |
 Rock sugar | 50 g | Sweet · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the dry tapioca pearls 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 saffron strands 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 Tapioca 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 Tapioca Pudding
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (195g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 85 kcal | 166 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 0.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 18.5 g | 36.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | 11.2 g |
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1.9 g |
| Calcium | 142.0 mg | 277.2 mg |
| Iron | 0.48 mg | 0.94 mg |
| Magnesium | 6.1 mg | 11.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 25.5 mg | 49.8 mg |
| Potassium | 28 mg | 55 mg |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 94 mg |
| Zinc | 0.16 mg | 0.32 mg |
| Copper | 0.02 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Manganese | 0.04 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Selenium | 0.1 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.03 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 33.3 µg | 64.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 5.32 mg | 10.39 mg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.00 mg | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.03 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.06 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.00 mg | 0.00 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 0.6 µg | 1.2 µg |
| Choline | 2.7 mg | 5.2 mg |
