Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Taro root, diced | 380 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Spinach, chopped | 300 g | Astringent, Sweet · Cooling |
 Ajwain seeds | 2 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Ghee | 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 | 420 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash and cut the diced taro root and chopped spinach into even pieces.
- Warm the ghee; bloom the cumin, ginger, and turmeric until aromatic.
- Add the main ingredients and ajwain seeds; 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)
Taro Spinach 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 Taro Spinach Curry
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (284g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 60 kcal | 171 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 10.2 g | 29.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 6.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | 0.8 g |
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 5.3 g |
| Calcium | 48.1 mg | 136.7 mg |
| Iron | 1.25 mg | 3.54 mg |
| Magnesium | 34.8 mg | 98.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 44.3 mg | 126.0 mg |
| Potassium | 359 mg | 1022 mg |
| Sodium | 197 mg | 561 mg |
| Zinc | 0.26 mg | 0.73 mg |
| Copper | 0.10 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Manganese | 0.42 mg | 1.18 mg |
| Selenium | 0.5 µg | 1.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 9.0 mg | 25.6 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 138.6 µg | 394.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.45 mg | 4.11 mg |
| Vitamin K | 128.0 µg | 363.9 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.06 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.06 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.42 mg | 1.19 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg | 0.42 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 58.7 µg | 166.8 µg |
| Choline | 11.6 mg | 32.8 mg |
