Kitchiri

Kitchiri is a traditional Indian dish that is often prepared during festivals and considered to be a comfort food. It is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent over 700 years ago.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Kitchiri

Cooking Method: Boiling Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Basmati Rice
• 1 cup Split Yellow Lentils (Moong Dal)
• 4 cup Water
• 1 medium-sized Onion
• 1 medium-sized Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro
• 2 tablespoon Ghee (Clarified Butter)

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice and lentils separately.
2. In a pot, heat ghee and sauté onions until golden brown.
3. Add ginger and garlic, sauté for a minute.
4. Add tomatoes and cook until they soften.
5. Add turmeric, cumin, coriander, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add the rinsed rice and lentils to the pot and mix with the spices.
7. Pour in water and bring to a boil.
8. Reduce heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice and lentils are cooked.
9. Once cooked, sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh cilantro.
10. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.