Coriander seed
Coriander effectively supports healthy digestion. Bitter, pungent and sweet, it evokes the digestive fire while simultaneously soothes and removes excess heat in the body, making it useful in cooling pitta-related imbalances associated with menopause.
Cumin Seed
Cumin is bitter, pungent and astringent. It evokes the digestive fire, promotes healthy absorption and relieves flatulence. In addition, cumin eliminates natural toxins, enhances immunity and supports good sleep.
Coriander-Cumin Kaṣāya Powder
Preparation 10 minutes
Makes approximately 15 – 20 cups kaṣāya
Ingredients for kaṣāya powder
⅓ cup/35g whole cumin seed
½ cup/35g whole coriander seed
Preparation
1. On medium heat, dry roast the cumin seeds until colour deepens – approximately 1 minute. Seeds may start popping by that point. Be careful not to burn the spices. Set aside to cool.
2. Dry roast the coriander seeds until colour deepens – approximately 1½ minute. Set aside to cool.
3. In a blender/coffee grinder, grind first, cumin seeds, then coriander to a fine powder.
4. Combine well and store in an airtight container.
To preserve the medicinal qualities make fresh every 10 – 14 days.
Prepare the Kaṣāya
Preparation time – 5 mins
1 serving
Ingredients
1 cup/250ml water
1 heaped tsp kaṣāya powder
1 heaped tsp brown sugar/jaggery
1 tsp milk (Less milk is easier for the digestion, especially in the evening)
Preparation
1. In a small pan, bring water to a boil.
2. Add the kaṣāya powder and sugar – simmer for a few minutes.
3. Turn off the heat, add the milk and serve warm.
(Drinking the powder which collects at the bottom is beneficial for its medicinal properties).