Many recipes have the option to add chopped veggies to the Kitchari and I’m sure it would be super tasty. But I am a Kitchari purist. Maybe sometime during this challenge I might try some of the chopped veggies, but I am not there yet. This one was simple, easy and deelish.
Cleansing Kitchari
Recipe adapted from Ayurveda for Women: A Guide to Vitality and Health
2 cups basmati rice
1 cup yellow split peas
12 cups boiling water
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 big pinch asafoetida
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoon of salt
optional, chopped veggies
- Combine the rice with the split peas and wash twice.
- Place rice and beans into boiling water, adding the turmeric and asafoetida.
- Cook over medium heat until the water is mostly absorbed.
- I usually use an immersion blender to have a semi-smooth consistency. I only blend about half.
- Add one more cup of lukewarm water, vegetables, and optional spices if you’re using them. The final dish should be a stew with a very moist and soft consistency.
Love seeing this big pot of Kitchari!
Marisa's Healthy Kitchen 
Jul 12, 2011 @ 16:15:59
where can one find asafoetida? Is it something I can order online? Thanks hun, miss you!
Jul 12, 2011 @ 16:18:49
ha, never mind, I found a few Indian groceries that might have it. 🙂
Jul 12, 2011 @ 21:34:35
exactly 🙂 i was going to tell you 🙂 so happy you found it! you only need a pinch. miss you tooooo! xoxo
Jan 27, 2012 @ 07:19:34
Totally yum. I had tried kitchari for the first time in Omega over the summer and I had a craving. I remembered your site so I took a peak and so glad I found it. Absolutely Delish. I added some fresh ginger myself a little before it was absorbed. And before eating I add a little brags amino, cayenne and chopped scallions and cilantro.
Jan 31, 2012 @ 10:04:30
SO awesome Lulu!!! I am Kitchari obsessed and that is why I made so many different recipes, just so good and good for you! Love Omega so I am sure theirs is amazing too! SO happy you liked the recipe 🙂