Kitchari recipe

Kitchari recipe

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About this recipe

In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
The Kitchari recipe is a traditional Indian dish that combines rice, lentils, and a variety of spices and vegetables. It is known for its simplicity, versatility, and nourishing qualities. This one-pot meal is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a popular choice for those looking for a comforting and healthy meal option. The combination of ingredients in Kitchari provides a balance of protein, carbohydrates, and essential nutrients.

Keywords: Indian cuisine, one-pot meal, lentils, rice, and spices.

Kitchari recipe details

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Ingredients

200 g	basmati rice
100 g	yellow split mung dal
1 tbsp	ghee
1 tsp	black mustard seeds
1 tsp	cumin seeds
1 small	piece of ginger, minced
½ tsp	turmeric (curcuma)
½ tsp	salt
900 ml	water
some	black pepper
some	fresh coriander

Instructions

Wash the rice and mung dal well.

Put the ghee in a saucepan and heat, add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds and ginger. Stir for a moment until you see the seeds pop.

Add the rice, mung dal, turmeric and salt and stir well until blended with all the spices.

Add the water and bring to a boil. Boil for roughly 5 minutes, uncovered stirring everything occasionally. Then turn down the heat to low and cover. Cook until ready for ca. 20-25 minutes.

Season with freshly ground black pepper and chop some cilantro (coriander) and sprinkle over the kitchari.

Preparation time:
ca. 10 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a