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Classic Kitchari
Serves 2
Kitchari is a staple food in Ayurveda. It has a light, soft consistency that cleanses and nourishes the body. It is a mixture of
mung beans, rice, seasonal vegetables, and spices—a complete one-pot meal.
1. In a fine-mesh strainer, rinse the mung beans and rice under cold running water.
2. In a medium glass bowl, place the mung beans and rice and cover completely with water. Soak for 3 hours and drain.
3. In a medium pot, heat 1 tbsp ghee over medium-low heat. Add the mung beans, rice, and cinnamon and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Add 4 cups boiling water to the pot. Cover and simmer for about 45 minutes until the beans and rice are tender.
5. In a saucepan, heat the remaining ghee over medium-low heat. Sauté mustard seeds for 2 to 3 minutes, until they begin to pop. Add ginger, cumin seeds, and fennel seeds and sauté for another 1 to 2 minutes. Add the turmeric, coriander, and salt to taste.
6. Stir the spices into the pot. Add more water as needed for a creamy consistency and texture.
7. Garnish with the cilantro, coconut, and lime.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup split yellow mung beans
- 1/2 cup basmati rice
- 2 tbsp Ghee
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 tsp each mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and fennel seeds
- 1/2 tsp ground tumeric
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- Garnish: 1 lime wedge and 1 tsp each fresh chopped cilantro, shredded coconut
