Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Corn kernels, cooked and dried | 520 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Fresh cilantro, chopped | 18 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Olive oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Black pepper | 3 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the cooked and dried corn kernels and chopped fresh cilantro and dry the surfaces well.
- Toss with the olive oil, Black pepper, 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)
Warm Roasted Corn Kernels 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 Warm Roasted Corn Kernels
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (93g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 367 kcal | 345 kcal |
| Protein | 8.8 g | 8.3 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 69.0 g | 64.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 6.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | 0.6 g |
| Total Fat | 7.6 g | 7.1 g |
| Calcium | 11.2 mg | 10.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.63 mg | 2.47 mg |
| Magnesium | 119.0 mg | 111.7 mg |
| Phosphorus | 196.3 mg | 184.2 mg |
| Potassium | 289 mg | 271 mg |
| Sodium | 309 mg | 290 mg |
| Zinc | 2.06 mg | 1.94 mg |
| Copper | 0.30 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Manganese | 0.53 mg | 0.50 mg |
| Selenium | 14.4 µg | 13.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.9 mg | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 21.1 µg | 19.8 µg |
| Vitamin E | 1.07 mg | 1.00 mg |
| Vitamin K | 13.0 µg | 12.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.36 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.19 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 3.39 mg | 3.18 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.58 mg | 0.54 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 19.6 µg | 18.4 µg |
| Choline | 0.5 mg | 0.4 mg |
