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*2 tsp. [[Cumin ]] Seeds or Powder*2 tsp. [[Turmeric ]] Powder*2 tsp. [[Coriander ]] Powder*2 tsp. [[Fennel ]] Powder*1 pinch [[Asafoetida ]] ([[Hing]])

*Carefully pick over rice and dal to remove any stones. Wash each separately in at least 2 changes of water. *Sauté the seeds in the ghee until they pop. Then add the other spices. Add the mung dal and salt. Sauté for 1 or 2 minutes. Add boiling water, bring to boil, then simmer for 30 minutes or until the dal is about 2/3 cooked. *Now prepare any vegetables that suit your constitution. Cut them into smallish pieces. Add rice and these vegetables. Stir to mix, adding extra water if required. Bring back to the boil, then simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is fully cooked. Aim to have minimal water remaining, leaving the lid on the pot to allow any excess to slowly be absorbed.  Teas for each Constitution Vata Tea — equal parts ground ginger, cumin and corianderPitta Tea — equal parts ground cumin, coriander and fennelKapha Tea — equal parts ground ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of clove