A wholesome, protein-rich, and healing recipe to support Cancer Awareness Month.
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic horsegram (soaked overnight)
- 1 cup spinach (chopped) • 1 cup fresh grated coconut
- 1 tbsp organic sambar powder (divided: ½ tbsp for paste, ½ tbsp for curry)
- 1 tbsp organic rice powder (optional – for better binding in the paste)
- Small piece of organic tamarind (soaked in warm water)
- Himalayan pink rock salt to taste
- 1 tbsp A2 ghee
- A pinch of hing (asafoetida)
Method
1. Prepare the Horsegram
• Soak 1 cup of organic horsegram overnight in plenty of water.
• Drain and pressure cook with fresh water until soft (about 4–5 whistles). Set aside.
2. Make the Coconut Masala Paste
- In a mixer grinder, blend:
- 1 cup fresh coconut
- ½ tbsp organic sambar powder
- 1 tbsp organic rice powder (optional)
- A little water to help blend
- Grind into a smooth, fine paste .
3. Sauté the Spinach
- In a pan, heat 1 tbsp A2 ghee.
- Add chopped spinach and sauté gently for 2–3 minutes until wilted but still bright green.
4. Combine Horsegram & Spinach
- Add the cooked horsegram (with its water) to the sautéed spinach.
- Add ½ tbsp sambar powder and salt to taste.
- Let this mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Add Coconut Paste
- Add the ground coconut paste to the curry.
- Add soaked tamarind pulp (about 2 tbsp or to taste).
- Mix thoroughly and bring to a boil.
6. Cook the Curry
- Let the curry boil gently for 10–15 minutes , stirring occasionally, until the raw coconut smell disappears and the flavors are well blended.
7. Temper the Curry
- In a small pan, heat a spoon of A2 ghee.
- Add a pinch of hing (asafoetida) and allow it to bloom.
- Pour this tempering into the curry just before serving.
Health Benefits: Why This Recipe Matters
1. Cancer Awareness & Anti-Cancer Properties
- Spinach is rich in chlorophyll, antioxidants, and folates , which help combat oxidative stress and prevent cell mutations.
- Coconut contains lauric acid , known for its antimicrobial and immune-boosting properties.
- Turmeric and spices in sambar powder often include curcumin , a powerful anti-inflammatory compound known for its cancer-fighting potential .
- Tamarind has polyphenols with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
2. Protein-Rich & Naturopathy-Approved
- Horsegram is one of the most protein-rich legumes (about 22g protein per 100g), also high in iron, calcium, and dietary fiber. It supports:
- Muscle health
- Blood purification
- Metabolic boost
- This recipe avoids refined oils and uses A2 ghee , which is easier to digest and known in Ayurveda for its healing properties.
- Himalayan pink salt provides trace minerals and is gentler on the system compared to iodized salt.
Why Rootz Loves It
At Rootz, we believe in the healing power of traditional ingredients combined with a naturopathic approach. This curry isn’t just food – it’s functional medicine in a bowl . Perfect for strengthening immunity, supporting recovery, and promoting long-term health.
