Kichari with date & tamarind chutney, gomasio, sauerkraut, yoghurt & fresh herbs
Kichari comes from the Ayurvedic tradition and is described as a complete protein meal. It is very easy to digest and the combination of rice, beans and spices is delicious! You will also find that kichari may be prescribed by an Ayurveda practitioner as a cleanse. In this case it is eaten for every meal for several days. That aside, whether you are cleansing or not, it is a delicious, nurturing and satisfying meal. I serve my kichari with gomasio (sesame salt), date & tamarind chutney, sauerkraut (not traditional but delicious - purists, please hold if you wish!) a dollop of yogurt, a lemon wedge and fresh herbs and greens.
Ingredients
Yellow Split peas, Organic Basmati rice, Lemon juice, Rapadura sugar, Himalayan salt, Mint, Ghee, Cumin, Fresh coriander, Coriander seed ground, Turmeric.
Preparation and storage notes
Transfer to a saucepan and add a tablespoon of water. Gently reheat on low, stirring well. Serve with lemon wedge, fresh herbs, gomasio, date and tamarind relish, sauerkraut and a dollop of yoghurt.