Red Lentil + Rice Kitchari
SERVES 2-3
This is a quick and easy version of kitchari because a) using the Banyan Botanicals kitchari mix is super easy and b) red lentils cook up quickly!
DOSHAS
Vata - Good for vata.
Pitta - Good for pitta.
Kapha - Can use red rice for kapha.
INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp ghee
1 - 2 tbsps Banyan Botanicals kitchari spice mix
1/2 cup red lentils, rinsed (and soaked for a few minutes if possible(
1/2 cup basmati rice (or red rice), rinsed (and soaked for a few minutes if possible)
4 cups water
2-3 leaves of chard, rinsed then cut lengthwise then into small pieces
Toppings
Fresh herbs - I used dill
Squeeze of lime
Salt/pepper to taste
I also love to add a dollop of yogurt :)
DIRECTIONS
Use a medium saucepan and turn on medium heat. Add ghee and spices and cook for 1 -2 minutes. Add lentils and rice. Stir to coat. Add water then increase temperature to bring to a boil. Turn down to medium low and let simmer.
Once the lentils are mostly cooked, add the chard and/or any other vegetables you would like to add. Cook for about 15 - 20 minutes in total. Add more water if needed.
Add toppings and enjoy!