Apricot and Fig Bliss Bites

 

This delicious recipe adapted from Medical Medium is a nutritious treat for all doshas. 

Figs are a sattvic, rejuvenative fruit in Ayurveda—hydrating, gently cleansing, and nourishing to all tissues. Especially beneficial for Vata and Pitta, figs support elimination, immunity, reproductive health, and overall well-being when consumed soaked, stewed, or fresh.

In Ayurveda, figs (Anjeer) are regarded as a nourishing and medicinal fruit with a wide array of health benefits. Here’s a summary of the key Ayurvedic benefits of figs:

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1. Highly Nourishing and Rejuvenating
Figs are considered a rasayana (rejuvenative) food in Ayurveda. They help to build and revitalize all seven body tissues (dhatus), including plasma, blood, muscle, fat, bone, marrow, and reproductive tissue.

2. Benefit for All Doshas

• Vata: Figs’ sweet taste and moist quality help soothe and lubricate dryness, making them ideal for balancing Vata.
• Pitta: Figs are cooling and mildly sweet, which helps pacify excess heat and acidity associated with Pitta.
• Kapha: While figs are moist and sweet, their mild astringency and high fiber content can help balance Kapha in moderation, supporting elimination and preventing sluggishness.

3. Gentle Laxative and Digestive Support
Figs, especially when soaked or stewed, act as a gentle natural laxative. Their high fiber content helps relieve constipation, cleanse the digestive tract, and support regular elimination—important for balancing Vata and Kapha.

4. Moisturizing and Hydrating
Figs are rich in natural sugars and water, helping to hydrate bodily tissues, alleviate dryness, and replenish lost fluids.

5. Support for Respiratory Health
Due to their expectorant properties, figs are sometimes used in Ayurveda to soothe coughs and clear mucus from the respiratory tract, especially when combined with honey and ginger.

6. Promotes Reproductive and Sexual Health
Figs are traditionally consumed to strengthen shukra dhatu (reproductive tissue), supporting fertility, stamina, and vitality.

7. Builds Ojas
Their sweet, sattvic nature helps build ojas, the subtle essence responsible for immunity, vigor, and emotional stability.

8. Rich in Minerals and Antioxidants
Figs are a good source of calcium, iron, potassium, and antioxidants, supporting bone health, blood formation, and cellular protection.

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Ayurvedic Ways to Use Figs:

• Eat fresh figs when in season, or soak dried figs overnight to enhance digestibility and juiciness.
• Stew figs with spices such as cardamom or cinnamon for a soothing, nourishing breakfast or snack.
• Combine with warm milk or add to porridges for added nourishment.

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Summary Table:

Benefit	Dosha Effect
Rejuvenative, ojas-building	All doshas (esp. Vata)
Gentle laxative, fiber-rich	↓ Vata, ↓ Kapha
Cooling, moistening	↓ Pitta, ↓ Vata
Expectorant, respiratory	All doshas
Mineral & antioxidant-rich	All doshas

Ingredients for about 30 balls

1 cup organic dried apricots (or dried figs, or dates, or a combination), soaked in water 

1/2 cup almonds, soaked and peeled 

1/2 cup organic coconut flakes, roasted

1/2 tsp finely grated ginger 

3 tsp grated orange zest

1/2 tsp cinnamon powder

1 tbsp orange juice                                                              

4 tbsp crushed almonds and/or roasted coconut flakes for rolling

 

 Directions

 

    Pulse the soaked almonds in a food processor until they break down into small pieces. Remove.

 

      Pulse the soaked apricots, figs or dates in the food processor to break them down also.

 

      Add the rest of the ingredients, except the 4 tbsp of crushed almonds and coconut into the food                 processor with the   apricots. Process until the mixture sticks together and forms a ball.

 

      Take a small amount of mixture and roll it into a small ball. Repeat this process until you have used         all of the   mixture. You may wish to put a little water on your hands to prevent too much sticking.

       

      Roll each ball in the crushed almond and/or coconut flakes to coat.

 

nn  Serve on a plate and enjoy!