Wash the white basmati rice and split mung beans well.
Chop your favorite vegetables.
Warm ghee in a medium saucepan and add the bay leaf, ginger, asafoetida, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and turmeric.
Stir in the rice and mung, coating them with the spices, for a minute or two.
Add water, bring to a boil, then cook covered for about 30 minutes.
Add vegetables, stir well, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes more until tender.
Season with salt to taste.
Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and extra ghee if desired.