Healing Vegetable Stew

Benefits:
 Gut-soothing
 Anti-inflammatory
 Liver detox support
 Dairy-free, gluten-free, gentle on digestion

Ingredients (2 servings):

• 1 tbsp cold-pressed coconut oil

• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

• 6–8 fresh curry leaves

• 1-inch ginger (grated)

• 1/4 tsp turmeric

• 1 small carrot, chopped

• 1/2 cup bottle gourd (lauki), diced

• 1/2 cup pumpkin or zucchini

• 1/4 cup green beans

• 1/4 tsp pink salt (or to taste)

• 1 cup water (adjust for consistency)

• 1/2 cup coconut milk (fresh or organic)

• Optional: a pinch of hing (asafoetida – aids gas/bloating)

Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat coconut oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

2. Add curry leaves and grated ginger. Sauté for 1–2 minutes.

3. Add turmeric, then all chopped vegetables. Sauté for 2–3 minutes.

4. Add water, salt, and optional hing. Cover and simmer on low flame for 10–12 minutes till veggies soften.

5. Add coconut milk, stir gently, and let simmer for another 2–3 minutes (do not boil).

6. Serve warm. You can eat it alone or with red rice or millet for added nourishment.

BENEFITS OF THIS RECIPE:

1. Gut-Soothing: Soft-cooked vegetables and coconut milk are easy to digest, making this ideal for IBS patients.

2. Anti-Inflammatory: Turmeric and ginger reduce intestinal inflammation.

3. Liver Support: Curry leaves aid liver detoxification and bile flow.

4. Gas & Bloating Relief: Hing and cumin support digestion and reduce flatulence.

5. Hydration & Electrolytes: Coconut milk provides potassium and healthy fats for tissue healing.

6. Nourishing Comfort Food: Warm, soft, and easy on the digestive tract, it soothes the gut lining.

NUTRITIVE VALUE (Per Serving – approx.)

(Values may vary slightly based on exact ingredients used.)