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Bisi Bele Bath
Serves 4
60 mins
350 Kcal
The Bisi Bele Bath recipe is a delightful blend of rice, lentils, and vegetables cooked together with aromatic spices for a wholesome meal. The bisi bele bath recipe is characterised by the unique spice blending made with a special bisi bele bath powder consisting of roasted lentils, dried red chillies, and spices that give it aromatic flavour-the spices in this dish make it so rich and different in its taste. The dish usually uses several seasonal vegetables like carrots, peas, and green beans; thus, it provides a bright colour and appearance. Traditionally, it's hot, accompanied by a drizzle of ghee (clarified butter), the crunch of papad, or fried plantains- enhancing the flavours. For Bisi Bele Bath, fun during festivals or family get-togethers generally captures all kinds of emotions of warmth and togetherness. For a comforting and flavourful meal, try this Bisi Bele Bath recipe that combines rice, lentils, and a blend of spices with mixed vegetables. Bisi Bele Bath is a highly healthy dish with lentil proteins mixed in to complement the carbohydrates in the form of rice. Its wholesome ingredients and comfort food make it popular among many; evidence of Karnataka's rich food heritage is found in every bite. Not to be missed at any table welcoming South Indian flavour is the taste when served at a busy eaterie or lovingly made at home with Bisi Bele Bath.
Ingredients required for Bisi Bele Bath
- 200 gms rice
- Arhar dal
- 1 tbsp tamarind paste
- Mixed vegetables
- 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 4-5 dry red chilli
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- Curry leaves
- 2 tbsp chana dal
- Hing
- Cooking oil
- 1 tbsp urad dal
- Salt
Cooking steps for Bisi Bele Bath
- 1Add 200 gms of rice and 100 gms of toor dal into it.
- 2Rinse them together in a colander under cold running water to clear away excess starches and impurities for cleaner grains.
- 3Continue rinsing till the water runs clear.
- 4Soak them together in just about enough water for around 30 minutes. This whole process is said to soften the grains, hence making cooking easy and proper.
- 5Grind the rice and dal. Strain all the water and water afterwards from the soaked rice and dal.
- 6Mix it in the pressure cooker with 1.5 litres of fresh water.
- 7Close the lid and start on a medium flame for 4-5 whistles; it gets cooked together, which ends in a creamy texture after the cooking; turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally. It will take a few minutes, leaving the rice and dal fluffy.
- 8For the vegetables, prepare them. Mix colourful vegetables, including carrots, beans, peas, and potatoes. For this dish, try getting 2 cups of chopped vegetables. Ensure you cut them into similar sizes, thus evenly cooked. Place them aside once chopped.
- 9Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables to the hot oil and saut for about 5-7 minutes until they are half-cooked but still crisp. This way, they flavour well and do not become soggy in the final dish.
- 10After saut ing, take the vegetables off the pan and put them aside for later use.
- 11Let roast for about 5 to 6 minutes, until the dals get golden brown and a fragrant spicy aroma. Let this cool down absolutely once it is roasted.
- 12While it cools down a little, transfer the roasted spice powder to a blender.
- 13Add 1/2 cup of grated coconut and a tiny quantity of water to blend easily. Grind this to a fine paste. This is what lends depth and complexity to the Bisi Bele Bath, really.
- 14Put the cooked rice and dal mixture into a large pot or pan. Then, gently fold the saut ed vegetables and ground spice paste. Add one teaspoon of turmeric powder and a pinch of salt to taste.
- 15For that tangy flavour, add one tablespoon of tamarind paste. Mix well so that the spices and flavours are well-distributed.
- 16Pour it into low flame and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 17It's a crucial step because, during this process, the flavours amalgamate to create that delicious dish coming toward the palate.
- 18Stir occasionally so the mixture doesn't stick; the ingredients will be cooked evenly. Add more water if you want it to change consistency.
- 19Heat 2 tablespoons ghee in a small pan over medium heat. When hot, add one teaspoon of mustard and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds. Let them splutter. Then, add a few curry leaves for an aromatic touch. That is the tempering which makes the flavour of the dish good in addition to enhancing the perfume of the dish.
- 20When the tempering has been prepared, pour it over the simmered recipe of Bisi Bele Bath. Stir very gently so that it mixes well into the dish and all the flavours mix well.