Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked kidney beans | 420 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Cabbage, chopped | 320 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Coriander seeds | 4 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 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 kidney beans and prepare the chopped cabbage.
- Warm the olive oil, bloom the cumin, and cook the vegetables until they begin to soften.
- Add the beans and coriander seeds; 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)
Kidney Bean Cabbage 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 Kidney Bean Cabbage Pot
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (305g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 82 kcal | 251 kcal |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 9.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 9.1 g | 27.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 9.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | 2.9 g |
| Total Fat | 4.0 g | 12.2 g |
| Calcium | 25.3 mg | 77.1 mg |
| Iron | 1.29 mg | 3.94 mg |
| Magnesium | 20.0 mg | 60.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 54.8 mg | 167.2 mg |
| Potassium | 182 mg | 556 mg |
| Sodium | 241 mg | 734 mg |
| Zinc | 0.42 mg | 1.29 mg |
| Copper | 0.09 mg | 0.28 mg |
| Manganese | 0.06 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 1.7 µg |
| Vitamin C | 10.1 mg | 30.7 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.5 µg | 4.5 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.72 mg | 2.19 mg |
| Vitamin K | 25.8 µg | 78.6 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.07 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.03 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.26 mg | 0.78 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07 mg | 0.21 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 50.9 µg | 155.2 µg |
| Choline | 12.6 mg | 38.6 mg |
