Kitchari, EP8 Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips with Lala Naidu

Kitchari is basic to the Ayurvedic Lifestyle. This easy-to-digest dish combines Basmati rice and mung dal and is flavored with digestive spices. Kitchari is used as a mono-diet when undergoing Panchakarma, Ayurveda’s cleansing program. However, with the addition of seasonal veggies, kitchari makes a satisfying and nourishing meal at any time.
Note: The below recipe is different from the one in the video.
Also, if you have purchased "LivnAloha Dahl/Kichari Spice Mix", use 2 tablespoons of that product in place of the dried spices.
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Cleansing & Nourishing KITCHARI Recipe, servings 3-4
Ingredients:
• 1 cup split yellow mung beans/dal (rinse and soak overnight*)
• ¼ - ½ cup white Basmati rice (rinse and soak overnight*)
• 1 Tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 Tbsp each fresh ginger and turmeric root
• 2 tsp each: black mustard seeds, cumin, and fennel
• 1 tsp each turmeric and coriander powder
• ½ tsp fenugreek seeds
• 1 pinch hing - also called asafoetida (optional, buy in most health food store or Indian grocers)
• 1 cup mixed veggies like sweet potato, zucchini, celery and/or carrot
• 1 bay leaf
• 6-8 cups water or vegetable broth
• ½ tsp salt (rock salt is best) or Bragg’s Liquid Aminos
• 1 small handful fresh chopped cilantro leaves
1. Two options to prep dal and rice for easier digestion - Either:
a) Rinse both and soak overnight, drain and use, or
b) Parboiling - Wash both 3 times, drain and place in a pot with fresh water, bring to a boil, drain and use.
2. In a large pot on medium heat melt ghee - Add all the spices (except the bay leaf) and sauté for a few minutes (being careful not to burn).
3. Add dal, rice, and vegetable (if using) stir again.
4. Add water and bay leaves and bring to a boil.
5. Turn heat to low, cover pot and continue to cook until dal and rice become soft (about 30 min). Cover and rest for 15-20min.
6. The cilantro leaves can be added just before serving.
7. Add salt or Bragg’s Liquid Aminos to taste.
Serving suggestions ~ Drizzle with olive or flaxseed oil, add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice and sprinkle with sea salt.
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Lala Naidu loves and celebrates Life, and is on a mission to share simple lifestyle practices that when practiced regularly can have a major impact on physical, mental and emotional well-being.
Since 2003, she has worked with wellness, running nutrition-focused businesses in Los Angeles and Maui, and have had the pleasure of supporting many in making positive shifts in lifestyle habits.
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[@hansschenker]

would be more effectful if you put camera above pan so we can see the food inside pan and pot - but thank's for the recipe!

[@LalaNaidu]

Namaste friend, thank you for your feedback. I hear you and agree with you. Filming is a new exploration and there's quite a learning curve involved. I plan to shoot a new kitchari recipe video in the near future and will make sure to take your advice to heart. Blessings ~