Kitchree
Kitchree is a hearty, comforting dish combining rice, lentils, and vegetables with warming spices, perfect for a wholesome vegetarian meal full of flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Soak the red lentils for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil and fry mustard seeds until they jump.
- Add cumin seeds, green chili, garlic, ginger, chopped onion, and cinnamon stick; cook for a few minutes.
- Add turmeric and cauliflower; cook for 10 minutes.
- Drain the lentils and add them to the pot with some butter; stir well.
- Add rice and water, then bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook until the rice and lentils are tender, adding more water if needed.
- When almost done, add salt and cook a little longer.
- Optional: stir in lemon juice, chopped green coriander, and sweetened coconut before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
860
kcal
43% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).