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Bengali Sattvic Digestive Tonic: Shukto (शुक्तो)

A cooling, detoxifying, and digestion-boosting dish that pacifies Pitta Dosha, removes Amaa (toxins), and alleviates flatulence.

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients:

    • Bitter gourd (करेला – Karela) – 1 cup (150g / 5.3oz), chopped
      Removes toxins, stimulates digestion, and reduces bloating.
    • Raw banana (कच्चा केला – Kaccha Kela) – 1 medium (200g / 7oz), sliced
      Strengthens digestion, prevents constipation, and is cooling for Pitta.
    • Drumsticks (सहजन – Sahjan) – 2 pods (100g / 3.5oz), cut into 2-inch pieces
      Eliminates Amaa, improves gut health, and enhances nutrient absorption.
    • White radish (मूली – Mooli) – ½ cup (75g / 2.6oz), sliced
      Removes excess gas, stimulates liver function, and reduces acidity.
    • Bottle gourd (लौकी – Lauki) – ½ cup (125g / 4.4oz), cubed
      Hydrating, improves digestion, and supports liver function.
    • Ash gourd (पेटा – Petha) – ½ cup (125g / 4.4oz), cubed
      Cooling, reduces inflammation, and detoxifies the body.

    Ayurvedic Spices & Herbs:

    • Bay leaf (तेज पत्ता – Tej Patta) – 1 leaf
      Aids digestion and removes gas.
    • Ghee (घी – Ghee) – 1 tbsp (15ml / 0.5oz)
      Lubricates the intestines and aids in nutrient absorption.
    • Mustard seeds (सरसों के बीज – Sarson Ke Beej) – ½ tsp (2g / 0.07oz)
      Stimulates digestion and clears toxins.
    • Panch Phoron (पंच फोरन – Bengali Five-Spice Blend) – ½ tsp (2g / 0.07oz)
      Balances digestion and removes bloating.
    • Turmeric (हल्दी – Haldi) – ½ tsp (1g / 0.035oz)
      Anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, and supports liver function.
    • Ginger (अदरक – Adrak) – ½ tsp (grated) (2g / 0.07oz)
      Warms digestion, removes gas, and strengthens Agni (digestive fire).
    • Fenugreek seeds (मेथी – Methi) – ¼ tsp (1g / 0.035oz)
      Flushes out toxins and removes excess mucus from the gut.
    • Ajwain (अजवाइन – Ajwain) – ¼ tsp (1g / 0.035oz)
      Eliminates bloating and enhances digestion.
    • Coconut milk (नारियल दूध – Nariyal Doodh) – ½ cup (120ml / 4oz)
      Cooling and soothing for Pitta Dosha.
    • Rock salt (सेंधा नमक – Sendha Namak) – To taste
      Aids digestion and maintains electrolyte balance.

METHOD OF PREPARATION

    •  Ayurvedic Utensils:

      • Clay Pot (मिट्टी का बर्तन – Mitti Ka Bartan): Enhances flavor, balances pH, and neutralizes toxins.
      • Bronze Kadhai (पीतल की कढ़ाई – Peetal Ki Kadhai): Retains nutrients and reduces acidity.
      • Wooden Spoon (लकड़ी का चम्मच – Lakdi Ka Chamach): Preserves Ayurvedic properties of food.

      👩‍🍳 Instructions:

      1. Heat a clay pot on low flame, add ghee and let it melt.
      2. Add mustard seeds, fenugreek, ajwain, and bay leaf. Let them splutter.
      3. Stir in grated ginger and turmeric for 10 seconds.
      4. Add bitter gourd, cook for 2 minutes to reduce its bitterness.
      5. Add the remaining vegetables, sauté lightly.
      6. Pour water (2 cups / 500ml / 16oz), cover, and cook on low flame for 15 minutes until veggies soften.
      7. Stir in coconut milk, simmer for 2 minutes, and turn off the heat.
      8. Garnish with Panch Phoron and rock salt.
      9. Serve warm in a bronze plate with steamed rice.
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INGREDIENTS BENEFITS

If possible, source vegetables and fruits locally at your farmer's market.

 Bitter and pungent spices detoxify the gut.

Enhances Agni (digestive fire) without overheating.

 Ajwain, fenugreek, and drumsticks remove excess gas.

 Cooling ingredients like coconut milk and ash gourd.

Turmeric and radish improve bile flow.

Helps in gut lining repair and prevents acidity

Why Avoid Microwaves?

Microwaving food destroys its natural prana (life force) and reduces the nutrient quality. Always warm food gently on the stove to maintain its sattvic and nourishing properties.

 

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