Kitchari - Indian Seasoned Rice

• white basmati rice↗1 cup
• split mung beans↗1 cup
• ghee↗1 tablespoon

  or 1 tablespoon butter

• cumin seed↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• brown mustard seeds1⁄4 teaspoon
• turmeric↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• rock salt or 1/4 teaspoon sea salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• water↗4 cups

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice and mung beans until the water is clear.

2. 2

   In a saucepan over medium heat, heat the ghee and add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Stir a moment until the seeds pop.

3. 3

   Add the rice, mung beans, turmeric, and salt, and stir until well blended with the spices.

4. 4

   Add the water and bring to a boil. Boil for 5 mins, uncovered, strring occasionally.

5. 5

   Turn down the heat to low and cover, leaving the lid slightly ajar. Cook until tender, about 20-25 minutes.