Kitchari Spice Blend
Kitchari Spice Blend
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Description
Description
Kitchari (kich-ah-ree), also known as Khichdi and historically linked to Kedgeree, one of India’s oldest comfort dishes. A humble bowl of grains, lentils, spices and ghee, it has nourished generations for thousands of years and remains at the heart of Ayurvedic food culture as a soft, warm, easily digestible daily meal.
Spice Zen’s certified organic Kitchari Spice Blend brings together nine certified organic spices traditionally used in Ayurvedic-style cooking. Earthy cumin, sweet fennel, golden turmeric, warming ginger, peppery lift, mustard seed, fenugreek bitters and aromatic cloves create a flavour profile that is savoury, grounding and quietly restorative.
In Ayurveda, kitchari is appreciated as a tridoshic preparation, suitable for Vata, Pitta and Kapha especially when customised with grains, seasonal vegetables and the right cooking fats. This blend reflects that philosophy: warming enough for Vata, gentle enough for Pitta, and aromatic and dry enough to lighten Kapha.
Each batch is hand-roasted, stone milled and blended in small batches at our gluten-free Sydney facility, then packed fresh in recyclable amber glass jars to preserve aroma and purity.
Flavour & Aroma Profile
Earthy and warm with aromatic cumin, fennel sweetness, turmeric gold, gingered brightness and a soft pepper-spice finish.
How to Use
For classic Ayurvedic kitchari:
- use 1 tbsp Spice Zen Kitchari Spice Blend per 1 cup rice and ½ cup lentils (2: 1).
For a high-protein modern version: use 1 tbsp per 1 cup rice and 1 cup lentils (1: 1) and add a little extra water.
- Always saute the spices in ghee or oil for 20-30 seconds before adding rice and lentils for best flavour.
- Add to dals, soups, roasted vegetables, quinoa bowls and quick vegetable stir-fries.
- Toss into quinoa, millet, barley or mixed grains for modern bowls.
- Stir into warm vegetables for simple, grounding meals.
Perfect For
- Traditional kitchari, dal, lentil soups
- Vegetable stir-fries, quinoa bowls and modern comforting one-pot meals
- Every day Ayurvedic-inspired meals.
- Salads, Light dinners and reset meals
Wellness Tradition
Ayurvedic Culinary Traditions
Kitchari has long been prepared for its grounding, soft and balancing qualities. Spices such as cumin, fennel, turmeric and ginger are traditionally appreciated for bringing warmth, lightness and supporting gentle digestion in everyday cooking.
Traditional cultural context only, not a therapeutic claim.
Presentation & Storage
Hand-roasted, stoneground and blended in small batches, then packed in recyclable amber glass jars to protect aroma and freshness.
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
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WHY CERTIFIED ORGANIC?
Certified organic ingredients are grown naturally, without synthetic chemicals or pesticides and handled with care from source to shelf. Independent certification gives you confidence that we meet strict organic standards and maintains its integrity throughout the journey.
THE SPICE ZEN Difference
Gluten free across our entire range.
Produced and packed in a dedicated gluten free facility.
Independently tested and endorsed by Coeliac Australia.
Premium certified organic ingredients; wildcrafted Australian natives.
No fillers, preservatives, flavourings or extracts.
Small-batch production for Freshness & Integrity.
Small family-owned business
Crafted carefully to meet dietary requirements.
Guided by respect for people, traditions and the environment.
