Typically, kitchari is part of the deeper Ayurvedic cleanse, Panchakarma. However, kitchari can also be prepared separately as a delicious warming and easily digestible winter meal. The nutrients from the food ingredients are easily absorbed so the body can heal itself.

WINTER KITCHARI

Serves 4-5

Ingredients:

• 1 c. split mung dal
• 1 c. brown basmati rice
• 1 & 1/2-piece fresh ginger, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 handful fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/2 c. purified water
• 3 Tbsp. ghee
• 2-inch piece of cinnamon bark
• 1/2 tsp. cumin
• 5 whole cardamom pods
• 5 whole cloves
• 10 black peppercorns
• 3 bay leaves
• 1/4 tsp. turmeric
• 1/4 tsp.  sea salt
• 6 c. water