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Bisi Bele Bath
POPULARITY
0.0/5
TASTE SCORE
8/10
Bisi bele bath (Karnataka spiced lentil rice)
SERVINGS
1
INGREDIENTS
For 1 serving
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
264
264
CALORIES · 1 BOWL
Protein11g · 17%
Carbs46g · 70%
Fat5g · 17%
Fiber7g
Sodium166mg
Potassium458mg
Phosphorus166mg
INSTRUCTIONS
5 steps. 20 minutes total.
5 STEPS
- 1
Step 1
- a.Wash the white rice and toor dal together under cold running water until the water runs clear.
- b.Soak the mixture in water for 20 minutes to ensure even cooking and better digestion.
- c.Prepare the mixed vegetables by chopping carrots, beans, and peas into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Step 2
TIPIf using a pot instead of a pressure cooker, use a 4:1 water ratio and simmer until mushy. - 3
Step 3
- a.Lightly mash the cooked rice and dal mixture with the back of a spoon.
- b.Stir in the tamarind paste, bisi bele bath powder, and salt.
- c.Add half a cup of hot water if the mixture is too thick and simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
- 4
Step 4
TIPAdd a pinch of mustard seeds to the tempering for an extra layer of traditional flavor. - 5
Step 5
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
3 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Always use hot water when adjusting the consistency at the end to keep the rice from becoming gummy.
- 2For the most authentic flavor, use a fresh spice blend and do not skip the tamarind.
- 3Soaking the toor dal for at least 20 minutes reduces cooking time and helps break down complex sugars.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
vegan
Vegan
Substitute ghee with cold-pressed coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
low sodiumLow sodium
Halve the salt and increase the tamarind paste and bisi bele bath powder to maintain flavor.
low carbLow carb
Replace white rice with cauliflower rice or broken wheat (dalia) for a lower glycemic index.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Why this is on our healthy list.
protein
Complete Plant-Based Protein
The combination of rice and toor dal provides all essential amino acids.
fiber
High Dietary Fiber
Mixed vegetables and lentils support healthy digestion and satiety.
digestion
Metabolic Support
Spices like hing and tamarind aid in nutrient absorption and digestion.
QUESTIONS?
Frequently asked questions
Yes, it is a balanced one-pot meal providing complex carbohydrates, plant-based protein from lentils, and essential fiber from mixed vegetables.
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