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Nourish your little one with a wholesome serving of Quinoa Kitchari. This toddler-friendly dish combines quinoa with mung beans and aromatic spices, creating a nutritious and flavorful meal. Source: nutritionfacts.org
Ingredients
- Mung beans1/2 cup
- Cauliflower1 cup
- Green peas1/2 cup
- Ginger root2 teaspoons grated
- Spices, cumin½ teaspoon ground
- Spices, turmeric½ teaspoon ground
- White miso paste1 teaspoon
- Spices, black pepper1/4 teaspoon
- Cilantro½ cup chopped fresh
- Lemon1, cut into wedges
- Spices, coriander seeds1 teaspoon ground
- Quinoa1/2 cup, uncooked
Common allergens (USDA)
Recommended after 12 months old
Steps
- 1. Soak the moong dal in enough water to cover for 15 minutes, then drain and rinse.
- 2. n a saucepan, combine the moong dal and quinoa with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat to a low simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes. Stir in the cauliflower and peas, then cook for 5 minutes longer, or until the consistency of the dal is soft and creamy.
- 3. Stir in the ginger, coriander, cumin, turmeric, miso paste, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes longer, stirring, to heat through. Remove from the heat and allow to sit for 5 minutes for the flavors to blend. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed, and stir again. Top with the cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.
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Vitamin C
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Quinoa Kitchari
nutrition_facts_org
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Complexity
Easy medium
Total Time
45 min
Serving Number
4
Age Suggestion: 12 months +
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