Coco Banana's Kitcheree

Experience a comforting and tropical twist on a traditional Ayurvedic classic with Coco Banana’s Kitcheree. This creamy, one-pot dish combines fragrant basmati rice and yellow moong dal with velvety coconut milk, sweet ripe banana, and warming spices like cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Cooked to perfection and finished with fresh cilantro and toasted coconut flakes, this nutritious recipe is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and ideal for a soothing lunch or dinner. With its rich texture and tropical notes, Coco Banana’s Kitcheree brings a delightful fusion of sweet and savory to your table, making it both a satisfying meal and a culinary escape.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 0.5 cup Yellow moong dal (split yellow lentils)
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Coconut milk (full-fat)
• 1 large Ripe banana
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Toasted coconut flakes (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice and yellow moong dal under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the cumin seeds and cinnamon stick. Sauté for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.

Step 3

Add the rinsed rice and lentils to the pot and stir well to coat with the spiced oil.

Step 4

Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Peel and mash the ripe banana in a bowl. Set aside.

Step 6

After 20 minutes, add the coconut milk, turmeric powder, ground ginger, salt, and mashed banana into the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Continue to cook the kitcheree uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the consistency is creamy and the rice and lentils are fully cooked.

Step 8

Adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed. Remove the cinnamon stick before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and toasted coconut flakes if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1695.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1638.9

Total Fat 96.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2455.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.8g
Protein 39.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 238.0mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 2590.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.7%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 38.9%