Grounding Root Vegetable Curry: A Root Chakra Nourishment Bowl
A soul-warming curry that grounds and nourishes your root chakra (Muladhara). This mindful blend of root vegetables, aromatic spices, and sacred ingredients creates a balanced meal that connects you to Earth's stabilizing energies. Each bite is an opportunity for presence and spiritual nourishment. Perfect for chakra alignment practices or whenever you need grounding energy.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven (for curry)
- Sharp knife (for mindful vegetable preparation)
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Wooden spoon (for stirring with intention)
- Colander (for rinsing)
- Medium bowl (for spice mixing)
Ingredients
Root Vegetables Base:
- 2 Medium Sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 3 Large Carrots chopped
- 2 Medium Parsnips peeled and chopped
- 2 Medium Red potatoes cubed
Curry Base:
- 2 tbs Coconut oil
- 1 Large Onion diced
- 4 Cloves Garlic minced
- 2 tbs Ginger freshly grated
Spice Blend:
- 2 tsp Turmeric
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Coriander
- 1 tbs Garam masala
- ½ tsp Red chili powder
Liquid & Protein:
- 1 Can Coconut milk (14 oz)
- 2 Cups Vegetable broth
- 1 Cup Red lentils rinsed
Instructions
Sacred Space Preparation
- Clear your kitchen space and set your intention for grounding energy
- Gather all ingredients and equipment mindfully
- Take three deep breaths to center yourself
Root Vegetable Preparation
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces
- Chop carrots into similar-sized pieces
- Peel and chop parsnips
- Cube red potatoes
- Dice onion, mince garlic, and grate fresh ginger
Create Curry Base
- Heat coconut oil in large pot over medium heat
- Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes)
- Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute
- Add all spices, stir to release aromas
- Add root vegetables, stir to coat with spices
Final Assembly
- Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth
- Add rinsed red lentils
- Bring to gentle simmer, cover and cook 20-25 minutes
- Test vegetables for tenderness
- Season with salt to taste
Notes
✨ Mindful Cooking Notes
This Root Chakra Curry is designed to support grounding and spiritual connection through mindful preparation.- Best prepared when seeking grounding energy or root chakra alignment
- Take mindful breaths between each preparation step
- As you chop root vegetables, feel your connection to Earth's energy
- Stir the curry clockwise to infuse positive energy
- Consider meditating for 2-3 minutes while curry simmers
Storage & Serving
- Keeps well in refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Flavors deepen overnight as energies meld
- Reheat gently on stovetop for best results
- Serve in a grounding earth-toned bowl
- Garnish with fresh cilantro for crown chakra connection
Substitutions
- Sweet potatoes can be replaced with butternut squash
- Parsnips can be substituted with turnips
- Garam masala can be substituted with cumin, coriander, and cardamom
- Adjust spice level to your comfort
