Kitchari

    • 3 c mung beans

    • 2 c basmati rice

    • 3/4 c diced onion

    • 1 tsp fennel seed

    • 1 tsp cumin seed

    • 1/2 tsp black pepper

    • 1 Tbsp turmeric powder

    • 1-2 Tbsp salt

    • 2 Tbsp ghee or olive oil

    • 6-8 c vegetable stock or water

    • See dosha modifications for garnishes

    • Dice onion, measure out spices, rice, and mung beans

    • Place onions in a pot with olive oil or ghee, add spices. Turn stove on medium heat.

    • When onions are translucent, add basmati, and mung beans

    • After 30 seconds, add stock or water. Increase heat to medium high heat.

    • let simmer until rice and mung beans are tender and the mixture appears like porridge.

    • Allow to cool completely and store in the fridge for ten days.

    • Add garnishes each time you heat kitchni up to eat.

    • Serving Size: 12-16 medium-sized portions

    • Vata: Garnish with cooked carrots, pickled veggies, cilantro, and sesame or sunflower seeds

    • Pitta: Garnish with sautéed leafy greens, cooked cauliflower, and `tomatoes

    • Kapha: Garnish with sautéed garlic and onion, ginger, chili flakes/ paprika, or leafy greens