Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Green plantain, diced | 360 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Cooked chickpeas | 320 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Curry leaves | 4 g | Bitter, Pungent · Heating |
 Coconut oil | 18 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Cumin seeds | 4 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Turmeric | 2 g | Bitter, Pungent, Astringent · Heating |
 Fresh ginger, grated | 6 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 320 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash and cut the diced green plantain and cooked chickpeas into even pieces.
- Warm the Coconut oil; bloom the cumin, ginger, and turmeric until aromatic.
- Add the main ingredients and curry leaves; turn them through the seasoning for two minutes.
- Pour in the water, add the rock salt, and cook covered until every component is tender and the sauce lightly coats it.
- Uncover for the final minutes, adjust the texture by stirring gently, and serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (contemporary Indian everyday cooking)
Green Plantain Chickpea Curry is a practical home-style main with a moist, fully cooked texture. 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 Green Plantain Chickpea Curry
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (259g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 136 kcal | 353 kcal |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 8.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 21.0 g | 54.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 8.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | 5.7 g |
| Total Fat | 4.6 g | 11.9 g |
| Calcium | 23.1 mg | 60.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.47 mg | 3.82 mg |
| Magnesium | 30.6 mg | 79.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 61.7 mg | 160.3 mg |
| Potassium | 247 mg | 642 mg |
| Sodium | 258 mg | 669 mg |
| Zinc | 0.53 mg | 1.39 mg |
| Copper | 0.15 mg | 0.39 mg |
| Manganese | 0.09 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Selenium | 1.1 µg | 2.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 7.4 mg | 19.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.0 µg | 2.6 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.59 mg | 1.52 mg |
| Vitamin K | 6.2 µg | 16.1 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.07 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.05 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.37 mg | 0.95 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 47.0 µg | 122.0 µg |
| Choline | 12.7 mg | 32.9 mg |
