Name: Watch Food Veda Ep 10 | Chef's Special
Uploaded: 2021-05-17
Duration: 22 min
Description: Chef Kunal Kapur shares his experience of the holistic approach in diet and recipes from his kitchen that is traditionally practised with simple ingredients.

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The effect of Ayurveda has been proven over centuries of use and are useful as today as they were back in time. Keeping its authenticity, Chef Kunal Kapur shares his experience of the holistic approach in diet and recipes from his kitchen that is traditionally practised with simple ingredients. 

Chef Kunal Kapur shares his experience of the holistic approach in diet and recipes from his kitchen that is traditionally practised with simple ingredients. 

Watch Food Veda Ep 10 | Chef's Special

Chef's Special

Kunal Kapur

Ayurveda

Multigrain Bites

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The practice of cleansing is considered a vital part of an Ayurvedic lifestyle. Chef Kunal begins his ayurvedic journey with four ingredients Haldi, Kuttu, Alsi and Rajgira, which have natural detoxing properties. Chef Kunal Kapur explores the ayurvedic benefits of these ingredients and presents them in three yummy dishes.

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Ayurvedic Detox

Kacchi Haldi Ka Halwa

Detox

Kuttu Ki Khichadi With Cucumber Raita

Alsi Ka Kadha With Rajgira Biscuits 

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During monsoon, the increase in levels of humidity lowers immunity and aggravates Vata- Pitta doshas in the body. Ayurveda recommends a routine and lifestyle modification in the diet to heal according to different body types of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Chef Kunal Kapur dives into the holistic rejuvenation process with age-old recipes.

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Immunity during monsoon

Monsoon

Vata-Pitta Doshas

Aate Ki Churi

Suran Ki Sabzi With Jowar Roti

Kashayam 

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In Ayurveda, the concept of food combination is an essential part of deeper nourishment and exploring six different tastes of Ayurveda. Pulses, lentils, grains are dry, light and astringent in taste which often lacks in our diet. Emphasising the dietary requirements, Chef Kunal Kapur prepares a traditional yet healthy combination of recipes.

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Nourishment

Food Combination

 Moong Dal Payasam

Puran Poli With Katachi Amti

Jau Ka Paani With Multigrain Namak Para

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Every food in Ayurveda comes with certain healing and balancing properties. Citrus fruits act as antioxidants and bioflavonoids that help to build immunity. With fewer amounts of calories, carbohydrates, and zero fats, citrus fruits balance all the three doshas, primarily Vata and Kapha. Chef Kunal Kapur shares some yummy recipes incorporating these fruits with healing properties.

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The  yummy citrus fruits

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Ayurveda has time and again emphasised harmony with nature and the use of natural substances which are proven to contain medicinal and healing properties. According to Ayurveda, dairy products are naturally high in ojas, and nourishes the very essence of high-quality tissues in the body. Following the principles, Chef Kunal Kapur adapts the ayurvedic style of cooking and prepares nutritious and yummy recipes.

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Unleashing milk magic

Dairy Products

Badam Peda With Badam Milk

Tofu And Ash Gourd Curry With Coconut Rice

Piyush

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Winter which is primarily considered as Kapha Season, ignites digestive capacity most in the body and requires a refined diet to stay warm and healthy. On the occasion of Dussehra, Chef Kunal Kapur adds recipes of  ‘Sardi Ka Zaika’ in his Ayurvedic menu card and prepares winter supportive recipes that pacify Kapha dosha without increasing Vata dosha or vice versa.

On the occasion of Dussehra, Chef Kunal Kapur adds recipes of  ‘Sardi Ka Zaika’ in his Ayurvedic menu card.

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Sardi Ka Zaiqa

Winter Travel

Dusshera

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Incorrect eating can turn food into a source of toxins. And according to Ayurveda, the accumulated toxins in the body are the main reason for diseases. Fruits are among the most healthy foods in the world but one can only benefit from them if consumed at right time and in the right way. Chef Kunal Kapur recommends recipes from water-rich ingredients. 

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Jal Ke Phal

Fruits

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The summer heat increases dryness and dehydration, hence making the digestive system weak. Eating the right food according to the season helps to rejuvenate and boosts digestion. Ayurveda focuses on understanding ingredients that ensure immunity and overall health. Chef Kunal Kapur prepares recipes from ingredients that can be digested easily and maintain the balance of heat in the body.

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Beat the Heat

Summer Recipes

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The numerous benefits of green leafy vegetables play a huge role in Ayurveda. Due to its both natural nourishing and detoxifying value, Ayurveda prescribes a daily dose of leafy greens that purify the blood and replenish the inner hydration of the body. Looking at the nutritional perspective, Chef Kunal Kapur shares some tasty recipes to incorporate leafy vegetables into the diet. 

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Hara Bhara Swad

Green Leafy Vegetables

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In this episode, Chef Kunal Kapur celebrates International Ayurveda day, by preparing recipes that cater to all three ‘doshas’ alike, which is essentially the sole purpose of adopting a Satvik diet and lifestyle.

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Teen Tigada

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Diwali is incomplete without the richness of nuts and the nutrition and flavours of seeds. In this episode of Food Veda, Chef Kunal says namaste to nuts and seeds and prepares recipes that are ideal for the festive season of Diwali.

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Namaste Nuts

Diwali

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In this episode, Chef Kunal Kapur touches base with his roots. Quite literally. He prepares recipes with vegetable roots, that are natural and unadulterated sources of complex carbohydrates, antioxidants and important nutrients. Being lower in calories, they have a lot of health benefits.

Chef Kunal prepares recipes with vegetable roots, that are natural and unadulterated sources of complex carbohydrates.

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Mitti Ki Khushboo

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Every herb serves a purpose. The common factors being their healing properties. In this episode, Chef Kunal Kapur prepares recipes, that highlight the benefits of herbs in Ayurveda.

In this episode, Chef Kunal Kapur prepares recipes, that highlight the benefits of herbs in Ayurveda.

Watch Food Veda Ep 14 | Healing Herbs

Healing Herbs

Herbs

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In Ayurveda, food is medicine. Many ingredients are used for their medicinal properties instead of their inherent flavours. Chef Kunal Kapur explores such ingredients that can be consumed for all your beauty conditions. After all, what you eat, shows on your skin.

Chef Kunal Kapur explores such ingredients that can be consumed for all your beauty conditions. 

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