Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked black beans | 420 g | Sweet, Astringent · Neutral |
 White mushrooms, sliced | 320 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Dried oregano | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Olive oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Cumin seeds | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 5 g | Salty · Cooling |
| Water | 450 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Rinse the cooked black beans and prepare the sliced white mushrooms.
- Warm the olive oil, bloom the cumin, and cook the vegetables until they begin to soften.
- Add the beans and dried oregano; turn everything through the seasoned oil.
- Pour in the water, add rock salt, and simmer until the flavors combine and the beans are very tender.
- Mash a small portion to thicken the sauce naturally, then serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international bean-dish adaptation)
Black Bean Mushroom Pot is a thoroughly cooked bean main with a moist sauce. 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 Black Bean Mushroom Pot
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (304g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 139 kcal | 425 kcal |
| Protein | 8.5 g | 25.8 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 22.3 g | 67.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 19.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | 2.4 g |
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 6.5 g |
| Calcium | 54.6 mg | 166.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.07 mg | 6.31 mg |
| Magnesium | 65.7 mg | 200.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 145.7 mg | 444.1 mg |
| Potassium | 602 mg | 1835 mg |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 502 mg |
| Zinc | 1.32 mg | 4.04 mg |
| Copper | 0.32 mg | 0.98 mg |
| Manganese | 0.43 mg | 1.30 mg |
| Selenium | 1.1 µg | 3.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.02 mg | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.4 µg | 1.1 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.42 mg | 1.27 mg |
| Vitamin K | 7.6 µg | 23.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.31 mg | 0.96 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.08 mg | 0.23 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.87 mg | 2.67 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.13 mg | 0.41 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 153.6 µg | 468.1 µg |
| Choline | 23.0 mg | 70.2 mg |
