Tomato Kitchari: Lentil & Rice Blend
Tangy, warming, gently spiced lentil-and-rice blend
Tomato Kitchari: Lentil & Rice Blend - 5 oz bag is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Why Burlap & Barrel?
Single origin spices sourced directly from small farms
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Created in collaboration with Paro, our Tomato Kitchari brings founder Umaimah’s comforting South Asian family recipes straight to your pantry.
It is tangy, warming and gently spiced, with the bright acidity of our Sun-dried Tomato Powder balanced by the bold depth of Smoked Black Cardamom. It cooks into a rich, satisfying bowl of rice and lentils with a cozy, savory-sweet flavor that’s endlessly customizable. Add vegetables, leafy greens or a spoonful of yogurt, and you’ve got a complete meal in one pot.
Kitchari has long been a staple across South Asia, a dish known for its comfort, simplicity and nourishment. To honor that tradition, Umaimah combined high-quality lentils and rice with our single origin spices and blended everything in small batches for even cooking and balanced flavor. It’s easy, restorative and perfect for weeknights or whenever you want something wholesome without much effort.
Ingredients
Cooking tips
- Stir in spinach, kale, or peas at the end for added color and freshness
- Top with yogurt, ghee, chili crisp, or lime for brightness
- Add broth and simmer longer for a looser, porridge-style bowl
Sourcing
Paro was created by founder Umaimah, who grew up loving the comforting Pakistani dishes her mother — her ami — made at home. When she moved away, her mom sent her homemade lentil and spice mixes so she could always recreate that comfort in a single pot.
Cooking those flavors for friends inspired Paro, a brand built on the idea that South Asian comfort food should be simple to make and easy to share. Today, Paro brings her family’s recipes to your pantry so you can cook warm, nourishing dishes for the people you love.
This tomato kitchari recipe was developed in partnership between Paro, Burlap & Barrel and Fatima Khawaja
