MUNG DAL KITCHARI (VATA REDUCING)
Feb 13, 2025This Vata Balancing Kitchari recipe is a warm, comforting, and healing dish perfect for nurturing your digestive health and soothing Vata imbalances. Easy to prepare, it's a wonderful option for anyone seeking a simple yet potent meal for healing, recovery, or digestive comfort. Kitchari, Ayurveda's signature healing recipe, combines mung beans, basmati rice, and a careful selection of digestive spices to create a nourishing and complete protein meal.
Skill Level: Easy
Ingredients:
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1/4 teaspoon Ajwain (Vata pacifying, Pitta aggravating, Kapha pacifying)
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1 cup Basmati Rice (Vata and Pitta pacifying, Kapha aggravating)
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1 teaspoon Cumin (Vata pacifying, Pitta aggravating, Kapha pacifying)
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2 tablespoons Ghee (Vata and Pitta pacifying, Kapha aggravating)
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1 inch Ginger, fresh (Tridoshic)
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1/4 teaspoon Hing (Asafoetida) (Vata pacifying, Pitta aggravating, Kapha pacifying)
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1/2 cup Mung Bean (Vata aggravating, Pitta and Kapha pacifying)
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1 teaspoon Mustard Seed (Vata pacifying, Pitta aggravating, Kapha pacifying)
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1/2 teaspoon Mineral Salt (Vata pacifying, Pitta and Kapha aggravating)
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1/2 teaspoon Turmeric (Vata pacifying, Pitta aggravating, Kapha pacifying)
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4 cups Water (Vata and Pitta pacifying, Kapha aggravating)
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Optional: 1 tablespoon Jaggery (raw sugar) for a touch of sweetness.
Preparation:
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Opt for split mung beans for easier digestion. Soak the beans for several hours before cooking, then drain.
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Bring the mung beans and 4 cups of water to a boil, removing any foam that forms. Strain, then add another 4 cups of water to the beans.
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Mash the ginger using a mortar and pestle or slice thinly. Keep the mustard seeds aside. Mix the remaining spices with 1 teaspoon of water to make a paste.
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In ghee, fry the mustard seeds until they start popping.
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Add the spice paste to the pan, spreading it out, and fry for thirty seconds.
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Incorporate the spice mixture into the mung beans. Use some of the broth to wash any remaining spices from the pan into the simmering beans.
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After about an hour or when the beans start to soften, add basmati rice and an additional cup of water. If using brown rice, add an extra cup of water and extend cooking time until the rice is soft.
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Cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until everything is tender.
How This Recipe Promotes Wellness:
Kitchari is not only a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicinal cooking but also a powerful tool for healing and recovery. This recipe is particularly designed to balance Vata dosha, making it an excellent choice for those with a Vata constitution or imbalance. The combination of mung beans and basmati rice provides a complete protein source, rich in fiber, which supports cholesterol management and digestive health. Mung beans, being one of the easiest legumes to digest, reduce digestive discomfort, bloating, and gas.
Clinical Ayurvedic Review:
This Vata Kitchari recipe features Hing (Asafoetida) and other spices that are not only flavor enhancers but also potent aids for digestion. Hing, in particular, supports digestion, relieves spasms, and helps prevent and expel gas. The warmth and stimulation provided by these spices encourage increased blood flow to the digestive tract, boosting enzyme secretion and improving digestion.
This recipe is adaptable and can be modified by adding vegetables like carrots, greens, or zucchini, or by adjusting the spices according to your dosha type and current state of health. Remember, while spices enhance digestion and flavor, their use should be balanced to avoid irritation to the digestive tract, especially for those with sensitivities like ulcers or inflammation.
Enjoy this nourishing and healing Vata Balancing Kitchari anytime you seek a comforting meal that supports digestive health and overall wellness.
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