Enjoy the nourishing blend of Ayurvedic Kitchari, a one-pot wonder renowned for digestive resets. Its detoxifying spices, including turmeric, cumin, and ginger, aid in eliminating toxins and restoring balance, particularly beneficial during menopause's hormonal changes.
5 min
35 min
1 person
ingredients
- 1/2 cup basmati rice
- 1/2 cup split yellow mung dal
- 1 tablespoon ghee
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 4-6 cups water
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander for garnish
directions
Step 1
Rinse the rice and mung dal until the water runs clear.
Step 2
Heat ghee in a large pot. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds; let them crackle.
Step 3
Briefly sauté turmeric, ground coriander, ginger, and garlic.
Step 4
Stir in the rinsed rice and dal, coating them with the spices.
Step 5
Pour in water, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until tender (20-30 minutes).
Step 6
Season with salt and garnish with fresh coriander.