Ayurvedic Stewed Apples
Neena BrostowskiA Simple Ayurvedic Recipe to Support Digestion and Wellbeing
A warm, nourishing, and fragrant dish to kickstart your digestion and fill your kitchen with the comforting aroma of spices. This recipe features fresh ginger, crushed green cardamom pods, and cinnamon for an authentic Ayurvedic touch.
My stepmom likes to make hers half apples, half pears.
Ingredients
- 2 apples, diced
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 3–4 green cardamom pods (elaichi), crushed
- 2 cloves, crushed
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
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Melt the Ghee:
Heat the ghee in a small saucepan over medium heat. -
Bloom the Spices:
Crush the cardamom pods and cloves using a mortar and pestle. Add to the ghee. Stir and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. -
Add the Apples:
Stir in the diced apples and coat them evenly in the ghee and spices. -
Add the Remainder:
Sprinkle in the cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Add the ginger paste and water. Stir everything together. -
Simmer:
Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and tender but still hold their shape. -
Serve:
Enjoy warm on its own, or pair with some steel-cut oats for a heartier breakfast.
Optional Toppings
Enhance your stewed apples with these wholesome toppings:
- Ground Seeds: Following the principles of seed cycling, try sesame and sunflower seeds (luteal phase) or flaxseeds and pumpkin seeds (follicular phase).
- Chopped Nuts: Almonds, walnuts, or pecans add crunch and healthy fats, complementing the flavours beautifully.
Why You’ll Love These Stewed Apples
Not only are these stewed apples warm and comforting, but they’re also packed with nutritional benefits. Apples are rich in quercetin, a powerful antioxidant known to reduce inflammation and support immune health. Combined with the grounding effects of ghee and the digestive properties of warming spices, this dish is a nourishing way to start your day.
Perfect on its own or paired with steel-cut oats, this recipe is a simple yet versatile addition to your breakfast repertoire. Add your favourite seeds or nuts for a personalized, nutrient-packed breakfast!