Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked black beans, dried well | 500 g | Sweet, Astringent · Neutral |
 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 | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the well-dried cooked black beans and coriander seeds and dry the surfaces well.
- Toss with the olive oil, cumin seeds, and rock salt.
- Spread in one layer on a wide tray.
- Roast until hot and lightly crisp, turning midway so the edges color evenly.
- Serve warm in a modest portion.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international roasted-snack adaptation)
Crisp Cumin Black Beans is roasted rather than deep-fried and is best served warm. 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 Crisp Cumin Black Beans
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (88g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 357 kcal | 315 kcal |
| Protein | 20.6 g | 18.2 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 59.6 g | 52.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 13.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | 1.8 g |
| Total Fat | 5.0 g | 4.4 g |
| Calcium | 127.1 mg | 112.1 mg |
| Iron | 5.27 mg | 4.64 mg |
| Magnesium | 166.2 mg | 146.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 338.6 mg | 298.6 mg |
| Potassium | 1422 mg | 1253 mg |
| Sodium | 299 mg | 264 mg |
| Zinc | 3.51 mg | 3.10 mg |
| Copper | 0.81 mg | 0.71 mg |
| Manganese | 1.04 mg | 0.91 mg |
| Selenium | 3.3 µg | 2.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.4 µg | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.74 mg | 0.65 mg |
| Vitamin K | 7.4 µg | 6.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.86 mg | 0.75 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.19 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.89 mg | 1.67 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 419.7 µg | 370.1 µg |
| Choline | 62.9 mg | 55.5 mg |
