Bisi Bele Bath
Indian Indian - South Indian Classics

Bisi Bele Bath

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 1 cup sona masuri rice
  • • 1/2 cup toor dal
  • • 3 tbsp tamarind pulp
  • • 3 tbsp bisi bele bath powder
  • • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, peas)
  • • 3 tbsp ghee
  • • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • • 10 curry leaves
  • • 1 tsp salt

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Pressure-cook the rice and dal together with 4 cups water until very soft and lightly mash.

2
Phase 2

Boil the tamarind pulp with the vegetables, bisi bele bath powder, and salt for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

3
Phase 3

Add the rice and dal with 2 cups hot water and simmer for 10 minutes until thick and glossy.

4
Phase 4

Heat the ghee, pop the mustard seeds and curry leaves, pour over the bath, mix well, and serve hot with boondi.