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Dr Ahish H Pillai


Consultant Physician
The Nattika Beach Resort
(Branch of Park am See Nattika Ayurveda )

Ayurvedic Cooking for Balance: Preparing a Tri-Dosha Meal

Ayurveda envisages a concept of harmonious play of three factors for better health; viz, proper diet, medicine and lifestyle. Healthy food always nurtures the mind and body. Health promoting cuisine thus becomes an integral part of Ayurvedic treatment as well as regular life. The food is prepared based on the taste influence on the three doshas – Vatha, Pitha and Kapha .

What Is Tri-Dosha and Why Is It Important?

According to Ayurveda, our body has three bio energies namely Vatha, Pitha and Kapha which control our psych as well as physiology. The doshas thus influence an individual’s constitution as well their imbalance results in illness. A balanced meal, rooted in Ayurvedic cuisine,  with the correct nutrient mix hence  becomes inevitable for promoting health and energy.

Tri-Dosha Meal: A Recipe for Balance

To prepare a Tri-Dosha meal, use fresh, seasonal  and carminative ingredients:

Vegetables: Choose a mix of carrots, zucchini and sweet potatoes.

Grains: Basmati rice or quinoa as a base are light and support digestion.

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Spices: Turmeric, cumin, ginger and fennel aid digestion and balance the Doshas.

Ghee: The fast penetrating and special ability of ghee as a catalytic agent to enhance the absorption of nutrients from the food makes the dish rich and healthy. The ghee ensures the palatability as well. 

The result is a warm and nourishing meal that enriches your body while strengthening your inner self. A stay at Park am See provides  the healing benefits of an Ayurveda cure in Germany during this frigid winter season. Here, you can experience not only the Ayurvedic cuisine but also the calming effects of detox programs along with meditative Yoga retreats. The authentic Ayurvedic cuisine and the scenic beauty of the castle park make your stay truly remarkable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key aspects of Ayurvedic cooking?

Ayurvedic cooking focuses on balance, digestion, and using food as medicine. It emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients, mindful preparation, and cooking with herbs and spices that support your body type (dosha). Meals are designed to be easily digestible, warm, and nourishing, helping maintain harmony between body and mind.

Ayurvedic cuisine is a holistic approach to food that goes beyond just taste, it’s about creating balance in the body and mind. It uses fresh, seasonal ingredients cooked with healing herbs and spices tailored according to  the dosha. The meals are simple, warm and easy to digest, supporting overall well-being and digestion. It’s not just about what you eat, but how and when you eat, making food a form of daily medicine.

Ayurvedic cuisine is rooted in balance and mindful nourishment. It begins with understanding your dosha type Vatha, Pitha or Kapha to choose foods that support your unique needs. A balanced Ayurvedic meal includes all six tastes: sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter and astringent. Fresh, seasonal and local ingredients are preferred to maintain the food’s life energy (prana). Warm, cooked meals are favored over cold or raw foods as they’re easier to digest. Spices aren’t just for flavor, they’re used like medicine to support digestion and overall health. Most importantly, Ayurvedic eating encourages mindfulness: enjoying meals slowly, without distractions and being aware of how food makes you feel.

Ayurvedic cuisine supports better digestion, boosts immunity with fresh, natural ingredients, and promotes overall well-being and energy. It’s also highly personalized, as meals are tailored to suit each person’s dosha type for more effective results.

In Ayurveda, it’s best to avoid oily, heavy foods and dense carbohydrates, as they can slow down digestion. Instead, lighter grains like barley, buckwheat , quinoa and rye are recommended. Fruits such as apples and cranberries are great choices because they’re light and easy to digest. For drinks, herbal water and teas made of cumin and ginger can be beneficial. When it comes to sweeteners, natural options like raw honey and stevia are preferred over refined sugar.

  • Tailored to each person’s body constitution (dosha) and health needs
  • Considers physical, mental and emotional balance
  • Supports healing, energy, happiness and personal growth
  • Adapts to seasons, life stages and times of day
  • Flexible and practical for daily life with simple, customizable recipes
  • Encourages creativity and cultural preferences in cooking
  • Treats food as medicine to promote natural healing and well-being