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Ayurveda attempts to explain balance in the human condition by three mind/body types. We carry all three, but one tends to be dominant, and when out of balance, problematic. For Kapha types, who are normally strong and sturdy, reliable, stable, loyal and harmonious, being out of balance leads to weight gain, sluggishness, or depression. Physical ailments can include upper respiratory issues.In simple terms, when out of balance, Kapha is sluggish and needs to be stimulated.
This unique blend of turmeric, ginger, coriander, black cumin, brown mustard, cinnamon, long pepper, black pepper, cumin, cardamom, chitrak, punarnava, and clove will decongest and energize. SALT FREE

Spice up lentil, split pea, dal, or vegetable soups and stews with BOOST®.

Use in any recipe that calls for curry powder.

Especially delicious with rice cooked in coconut milk with ribbons of spinach stirred in. Top with toasted almonds, chopped chives, and lime zest.

Season black beans and sautéed green peppers and onions and serve in warmed corn tortillas with plenty of shredded romaine, a squeeze of lime with tomato salsa for a new take on soft tacos.


 

Ginger Chicken Stir-fry
~serves 3-4~


12 oz chicken, cut into bite-sized strips
2 Tbsp Safflower oil, divided
1 Tbsp + 2 tsp BOOST®, divided
1 medium onion, sliced thin
1 large carrot, sliced thinly
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 inch piece fresh ginger, minced
10 oz fresh spinach
1 cup chicken stock or water
Salt, to taste
To serve: hot cooked basmati, pomegranate seeds

1. Slice chicken breast into strips, toss lightly with safflower oil and 1 Tbsp BOOST®.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet, and sauté onion and carrot until softened and fragrant, but not browned. Add chicken and cook 5-7 minutes, until lightly browned. Move to the sides of the pan and stir in garlic, ginger, and BOOST and sauté a minute or so.
3. Add chicken stock and spinach, stir and cover. Cook on medium low 10-12 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and spinach is wilted. Taste and add salt as desired.
4. Serve over basmati rice with a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds for color and crunch.