Red Lentil + Rice Kitchari

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

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Add toppings and enjoy!