Kitchari - Barley-Quinoa-Rice-Mung 

Ingredients: 

∙ 1/3 cup each pearled barley, quinoa and white basmati rice ∙ ½ cup split mung dhal 

∙ 2 Tbs ghee 

∙ 1 Tbs cumin seeds 

∙ ½ tsp turmeric 

∙ 1 tsp garam masala (“mum’s super spice”) 

∙ 1 ½ tsp salt (or to taste) 

∙ 2 tsp coriander powder 

∙ Optional: 1 cup chopped veges of choice 

∙ Lime squeeze, fresh chopped cilantro for garnish 

Directions: 

∙ Soak grains and dhal over night 

∙ Strain and set aside 

∙ In large sauce pan, add ghee and saute spices 

∙ Add grains/dhal and salt and veges if desired 

∙ Add water (8 cups – can add more water as you go if necessary) ∙ Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer, strain out foam that rises on top at  first 

∙ Cook until soft (approx. 30-45 minutes) 

∙ garnish

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