Kitchari Masala

Kitchari Masala is a pre-measured Indian spice blend for making kitchari — a traditional Ayurvedic one-pot dish of rice and lentils that is nourishing, mild, and easy to digest.

Cook a warm, nourishing pot of kitchari — the ultimate Ayurvedic comfort food — in about 40 minutes. One moji masala® packet. 8 spices already measured. Rice and lentils in one pot. Deeply restorative, easy to digest, and 100% plant-based. Serves 3–5 people.

Moji's Kitchari Masala is a pre-measured Ayurvedic spice blend designed to make traditional kitchari at home without any guesswork. Use the entire packet to prepare one complete pot in about 30–45 minutes. No measuring required — just simmer and serve.

Serves: 3–5 people | Cuisine: Ayurvedic Indian | Best for: Basmati rice and split mung beans | Heat level: Mild | Cook time: About 40 minutes

What Is Kitchari Masala?

Kitchari is one of the most ancient and revered dishes in Ayurvedic tradition — a one-pot meal made from rice and split mung beans, spiced gently to support digestion and overall wellbeing. The word kitchari comes from Sanskrit meaning “mixture”, and the dish has been used for centuries in India as both everyday nourishment and as a cleansing, restorative meal.

moji masala® Kitchari Masala takes the guesswork out of this dish entirely. The blend combines black mustard seed, cumin, coriander, turmeric, bay leaf, cinnamon, and black pepper in exact Ayurvedic proportions — all freshly ground and pre-measured. No measuring, no sourcing individual spices. Just open the packet and cook.

Kitchari is popular as a daily meal and also as a mono-diet cleanse, where it is eaten exclusively for 3–7 days to support gut health and reset digestion. Whether you are cooking it for the first time or returning to a beloved favourite, one packet makes one complete pot for 3–5 people.

How to Make Kitchari with moji masala®

1. Rinse ½ cup of basmati rice and ½ cup of split mung beans thoroughly until the water runs clear. Soak together for 15–30 minutes if time allows — this helps with cooking and digestion.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee or vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the entire moji masala® Kitchari Masala packet and stir for 60 seconds to bloom the spices in the oil.
3. Add the drained rice and mung beans and stir to coat evenly in the spiced oil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 3 cups of water (3½ cups for a soupier consistency).
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until the rice and lentils are fully soft and have merged into a creamy, porridge-like consistency. Add vegetables of your choice in the last 10 minutes if desired.
5. Stir gently and taste for salt. Serve warm with a squeeze of lemon juice and a drizzle of ghee on top if desired.

Total cooking time: approximately 40 minutes.

What is kitchari and why is it used as a cleanse?
Kitchari is a traditional Ayurvedic dish made from rice and split mung beans. It is considered the ideal food for cleansing and restoration because it is easy to digest, nutritionally complete, and deeply nourishing. A kitchari cleanse typically involves eating only kitchari for 3–7 days to give the digestive system a rest.

Is Kitchari Masala spicy?
Kitchari Masala is very mild and gentle — it is not designed to be hot or bold, but rather warm and nourishing. The turmeric, cumin, and coriander provide gentle warmth while the mustard seed and bay leaf add a subtle aromatic depth. It is suitable for all ages and all heat tolerances.

Does one packet make one complete dish?
Yes. Each moji masala® packet is pre-measured for exactly one complete pot of kitchari serving 3–5 people. No need to measure or add extra spices — just use the whole packet.

Can I add vegetables to the kitchari?
Absolutely. Kitchari is wonderfully versatile. Popular additions include spinach, zucchini, carrot, sweet potato, and cauliflower. Add them in the last 10 minutes of cooking so they stay tender but not mushy. On a cleanse, stick to well-cooked, easy-to-digest vegetables.

Pro Tip: Scan the QR code on the back of your moji masala® packet for a step-by-step cooking video that walks you through the entire process.