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Vata Tea Recipe

By Cathy Wong, About.com

Updated: April 4, 2007

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This is a tea recipe made with ingredients traditionally used to balance the vata type according to Ayurveda. It was created by Ayurvedic chef Patti Garland (www.blisskitchen.com). Ajwan seeds can be found online or at Indian grocery stores. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ajwan seeds
  • 1 cup boiling water

Preparation:

1. Mix all the ingredients together, except for the boiling water.

2. Boil the water and then add it to the herb mixture.

3. Steep for 5 minutes.

4. Strain and serve.

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