Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
The healing meal of Ayurveda — complete, easy protein in the most digestible form; the food of panchakarma and convalescence.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Rice and split mung cooked soft with ghee, cumin and turmeric; adjust spices per dosha (see the kitchari recipes).
Classical Provenance: Charaka (krisara); panchakarma tradition.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- with ghee and fresh cilantro
- as mono-diet during cleansing
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
Well tolerated in normal culinary amounts.
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Mung and rice kitchari
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup (200g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 cup) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 105 kcal | 210 kcal |
| Protein | 4.0 g | 7.9 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 16.9 g | 33.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 2.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 4.4 g |
| Calcium | 13.0 mg | 26.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.42 mg | 2.84 mg |
| Magnesium | 24.4 mg | 48.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 69.0 mg | 138.1 mg |
| Potassium | 185 mg | 370 mg |
| Sodium | 196 mg | 393 mg |
| Zinc | 0.48 mg | 0.95 mg |
| Copper | 0.16 mg | 0.31 mg |
| Manganese | 0.32 mg | 0.64 mg |
| Selenium | 8.2 µg | 16.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.03 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 31.2 µg | 62.5 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.3 µg | 2.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.12 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.02 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.77 mg | 1.55 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 48.5 µg | 96.9 µg |
| Choline | 1.4 mg | 2.7 mg |
