Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Whole cow milk | 500 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Almonds, soaked | 24 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Walnuts, soaked | 18 g | Sweet, Astringent · Heating |
 Dried figs, soaked and chopped | 24 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Raisins | 20 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Cashews, soaked | 20 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Rock sugar | 8 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Green cardamom | 1 g | Sweet, Pungent · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Place the milk in a small heavy pan and bring it slowly to a gentle simmer.
- Add the soaked almonds, soaked walnuts, chopped dried figs, raisins and soaked cashews, and cook on low heat for five minutes.
- Stir in the rock sugar and continue only until the flavor is integrated.
- Crush in the cardamom, strain if a smooth drink is desired, and pour into warmed cups.
- Serve warm and freshly prepared.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (Ayurvedic spiced-milk tradition)
This panchmeva milk is served warm and uses soaked dried fruits and nuts, not fresh sour fruit. Vata: retain the warm, smooth texture. Pitta: favor the smaller nut portion. Kapha: take only half a cup.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Panchmeva Milk Shake
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (307g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 137 kcal | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 14.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 12.2 g | 37.5 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 4.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | 28.8 g |
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 25.0 g |
| Calcium | 123.4 mg | 379.6 mg |
| Iron | 0.67 mg | 2.05 mg |
| Magnesium | 37.7 mg | 115.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 132.5 mg | 407.4 mg |
| Potassium | 239 mg | 735 mg |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 99 mg |
| Zinc | 0.79 mg | 2.43 mg |
| Copper | 0.19 mg | 0.57 mg |
| Manganese | 0.16 mg | 0.49 mg |
| Selenium | 2.2 µg | 6.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 26.1 µg | 80.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.71 mg | 5.25 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.1 µg | 6.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.07 mg | 0.22 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.17 mg | 0.54 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.35 mg | 1.08 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 7.6 µg | 23.4 µg |
| Choline | 20.3 mg | 62.3 mg |
