Basmati rice Mung Beans
What are the Benefits of Eating Digestive Khichdi?
Digestive Khichdi offers numerous health benefits, making it a valuable addition to your diet. This dish aids in detoxification, cleansing the digestive system, and eliminating toxins due to its ingredients like rice, mung beans, lentils, and spices. Its balanced combination of carbohydrates and proteins ensures easy digestion, making it an ideal choice for those with digestive issues.
Its also plays a role in weight management. With a low glycemic index and high fiber content, it keeps you full, preventing overeating and supporting weight loss. The nutrient-rich composition provides a wholesome, balanced meal, contributing to a healthy weight. Additionally, the dish provides sustained energy, thanks to the combination of carbohydrates and proteins, helping you efficiently carry out daily tasks. Whether for detoxification, digestive balance, weight management, or sustained energy, incorporating khichdi into your diet promotes overall health and well-being.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup whole mung beans
- 1 1/2 tsp. whole cumin seeds
- 1 1/2 tsp. coriander seeds
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 tsp. dry oregano
- 1–2 tsp. fresh ginger root, grated
- 2 Tbsp. ghee or coconut oil
- 3 cups filtered water
- 3 cups fresh vegetables (e.g., carrots, zucchini, celery, kale, collard greens, chard, etc)
- 1 tsp. natural salt
- 1/2 bunch cilantro
Instructions
1. Pick through the beans and soak for better digestibility overnight or for 24 hours with one
change of water halfway through.
2. Rinse the soaked beans together with the rice in a colander, until water runs clear.
3. Grind the cumin and coriander seeds in a coffee grinder or with a mortar and pestle.
4. Warm the ghee in a medium saucepan and add the turmeric, freshly ground cumin and
coriander seeds and bay leaves. Sauté lightly until aromatic but not burnt.
5. Stir in the ginger, rice and mung beans, and add the water and kelp powder.
6. Simmer, covered, over low heat, until beans and rice are soft (about 30 minutes).
7. Meanwhile, wash and chop the vegetables. Add salt and vegetables just before all the water
has been absorbed by the beans and rice.
8. Cook undisturbed until completely tender, about 15–20 minutes.
9. Mix in the oregano.
10. Stir thoroughly and serve warm, garnished with chopped cilantro
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