Simple Lentil Kitchari
Preparation time: 10 minCooking time: 30 min3 servings
From the article: Best Foods for PMS Bloating (and 5 Recipes That Help)
Ingredients
3 Servings
- 100 g red lentils, rinsed
- 100 g basmati rice, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon ghee or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 800 ml water
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Fresh cilantro to serve
Instructions
- 1Warm the ghee in a medium pot and toast cumin and fennel seeds for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 2Add turmeric and ginger and stir for 10 seconds.
- 3Add rinsed lentils, rice, water and salt, then bring to a boil.
- 4Reduce heat, cover partially and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until soft and porridge-like.
- 5Stir well, adjust salt, and serve topped with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition: 280 kcal · 11 g protein · 46 g carbs · 6 g fat