This basic grain recipe is true for any grain. For every one-cup of grain, you add two cups of liquid. The liquid can be water, broth, or even coconut milk. Check your grain as it cooks to make sure it isn’t sticking to the bottom of the pan. Some grains cook faster than others.
I like to sauté onion, garlic, & ginger in a little sesame oil, then add the dry rice and sauté for a few minutes to break down some of the sugars, and then I pour the liquid over.
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups liquid
Bring to boil, cover, and reduce to simmer and 20 – 25 minutes.
Ayurvedic Perspective on Grains: Regardless of your dosha, about 55% of your calories are going to come from grains. Vata dosha can eat heavier and denser grains. Pittas are free to eat all grains. Kaphas need to maximize their protein with grains that are complete like Quinoa. To learn more about what grains are right for your body type, experience The Elemental Cleanse or The Elemental Lifestyle Series. Om, Pamela
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