06/03/2026
🌼Spring is the season when our body naturally wants lighter meals. Heavy winter foods can slow digestion and increase Kapha during this time.
This protein-rich tikki is light, warming, and full of fibre and plant protein to keep you energised without feeling heavy.
Instead of potatoes or refined flour, this recipe uses protein-rich soya chunks and gram flour for binding. Fresh vegetables and spices help stimulate digestion and support Agni.
Protein helps keep you full, supports muscle health, and reduce cravings later in the day.
Fact check
The soybean itself is considered guru (heavy), nourishing, and strengthening.
⚠️Things to know:
Soya chunks are Heavy to digest if eaten in large quantity
Can aggravate Vata if dry or poorly cooked
Can produce gas or bloating if digestion is weak
🌱From an Ayurvedic perspective, how you prepare it makes the difference.
• Boiling the soya chunks → makes them easier to digest
• Adding warming spices like turmeric, cumin, coriander → supports Agni
• Adding garlic and chilli → reduces heaviness and gas formation
• Adding vegetables and greens → improves fibre and lightness
• Using besan instead of refined flour → more digestive friendly
For early spring (Kapha season) this preparation works well.
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