Kitchari, EP8 Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips with Lala Naidu

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

split mung beans

🥗Healthier: red lentils

💰Cheaper: yellow split peas

Red lentils cook faster and are more affordable.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Using water is cost-effective and allows for flavor control.

seasonal vegetables

🥗Healthier: frozen vegetables

💰Cheaper: canned vegetables

Frozen vegetables are nutritious and convenient.

Welcome to the video and introduction to Kitchari.

Discuss the benefits of Kitchari in Ayurveda and its use as a mono diet.

Explain the ingredients in the spice mix and their benefits.

State the ratio of lentils to rice as 1 cup lentils to 2 quarter cups rice for a lighter dish.

Put the burner on high and add 1 tablespoon of ghee to the pot.

Blend the spices in a Vitamix or coffee grinder before adding them to the pot.

Add rinsed lentils and rice to the pot and coat them with the spices.

Optionally, sauté seasonal vegetables before adding the lentils and rice.

Add water to the pot and bring it to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding more water if necessary.

After 25 minutes, let the Kitchari rest for a bit to allow flavors to marry.

Serve Kitchari in wooden or ceramic bowls, adding a sprinkle of salt and a squeeze of lime.

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