Kitchari: A Nourishing Tridoshic Dish

A simple yet powerful meal for lasting wellness! Comforting, nourishing and balanced.

Kitchari is more than just food—it’s a healing ritual. This simple, soothing dish made with rice, mung beans, and spices is a powerful tool for nourishing and restoring balance to the mind and body. In Ayurveda, food is medicine, and kitchari has long been celebrated for its ability to reset the digestive system and detoxify the body. It’s a meal that grounds you, balances you, and supports your body’s natural rhythm. is Kitchari?

Kitchari is a warm, easily digestible dish traditionally made with mung beans, rice, and a blend of spices. It’s often used during Ayurvedic cleanses, seasonal transitions, or when the body needs a reset. Kitchari offers a balanced combination of nutrients that’s easy on the digestive system, helping the body process and eliminate toxins while replenishing essential nutrients. Its versatility means it can be customized to support any dosha—Vata, Pitta, or Kapha—making it an essential tool for achieving lasting health and balance.

The Benefits of Kitchari

• Supports Digestion: Kitchari helps restore balance in the digestive system, making it the perfect food for healing and detoxifying.

• Balances Doshas: Tailor your kitchari to your dosha to bring harmony to your body’s unique constitution.

• Nourishing: It provides lasting energy and supports the body in maintaining vitality without overwhelming the digestive system.

• Detoxifying: The healing properties of mung beans and spices gently cleanse the body, helping to release built-up toxins.

Kitchari for Each Dosha

1. Kitchari for Vata (Air + Ether)

Vata types tend to have a light, quick metabolism but can experience dryness and digestive irregularities. For Vata, kitchari needs to be grounding, moist, and warming to soothe and stabilize the body.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice

• 1/2 cup split yellow mung dal

• 1 tbsp ghee

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 1 tsp coriander seeds

• 1/2 tsp turmeric

• 1/2 tsp ginger powder

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 4-5 cardamom pods

• 4 cups water

• Salt to taste

• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Benefits: Grounding, hydrating, and soothing for digestion.

2. Kitchari for Pitta (Fire + Water)

Pitta types are naturally fiery, which means they need a cooling, anti-inflammatory kitchari to help balance their heat. This version is focused on reducing acidity and inflammation, creating a calming meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice

• 1/2 cup split yellow mung dal

• 1 tbsp ghee

• 1 tsp fennel seeds

• 1/2 tsp turmeric

• 1/2 tsp coriander powder

• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

• 1/2 tsp cardamom powder

• 1/4 cup coconut milk (optional)

• 4 cups water

• Salt to taste

• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Cook Time: 25-30 minutes

Benefits: Cooling, anti-inflammatory, and calming for digestion.

3. Kitchari for Kapha (Earth + Water)

Kapha types often experience sluggish digestion and congestion, so their kitchari needs to be light, spicy, and invigorating to promote circulation and stimulate digestion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa (for a lighter option)

• 1/2 cup split yellow mung dal

• 1 tbsp ghee

• 1 tsp ginger powder

• 1/2 tsp turmeric

• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds

• 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds

• 4 cups water

• Salt to taste

• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Benefits: Light, stimulating, and clears congestion.

Why Kitchari is Essential for Your Wellness Journey

Kitchari isn’t just a meal—it’s a reflection of the balance we all seek in our lives. Whether you’re using it for detox, cleansing, or simply nourishing your body, it serves as a reminder that wellness is about alignment and simplicity. Just as your doshas require balance, so too does your body need the right fuel to thrive. This dish helps you reset, reconnect, and restore—offering healing on a deeper level.

At Inspire Jewel Wellness, personalized wellness is the core of my work. Just as I tailor kitchari to meet your unique dosha needs, I offer holistic Ayurvedic consultations that address the root causes of imbalance. My goal is to empower you to achieve lasting transformation in both your mind and body through mindful practices, nutrition, and lifestyle care.

Explore your transformative journey with exclusive Ayurvedic wellness plans that are as unique as you are. Align with your highest purpose, find your balance, and experience the lasting transformation you deserve.