Nepali dal bhat
A simple Nepalese dish of spiced lentils and white rice, served together. Makes 4 servings; preparation times are approximate.
Dal bhat combines dal, a lentil preparation, and bhat, rice. This version brings together both elements and leaves accompaniments aside. Preparation times are estimates; cook the lentils until very soft and the rice until it has absorbed the water.
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Method
- 01
Prepare the ingredients
Rinse the lentils and rice. Chop the onion and garlic; keep them separate.
Ready to continue when: The lentils and rice are rinsed, and the onion and garlic are chopped.
10 min - 02
Cook the dal
Heat the oil in a pot and sauté the onion and garlic with the cardamom and garam masala. Stir in the lentils and 200 ml water. Cook over medium heat until very tender and partly broken down, about 60 minutes; stir occasionally and add a little water if needed.
Ready to continue when: The lentils are very tender and the broth is creamy.
60 min - 03
Cook the rice
Put the rice in another pot with the remaining 700 ml water. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook over low heat until the rice is tender and has absorbed the water. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Ready to continue when: The rice is tender, the water has been absorbed, and the grains are separate after resting.
- 04
Serve
Divide the rice and dal among plates and serve them together.
Ready to continue when: The rice and lentils are served together and ready to eat.
Ingredients
Dish identity
Documented
Dal bhat combines a lentil preparation and rice, and is eaten in Nepal.
Sources and scope
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- Dal Bhat - Receta Tradicional Nepalesa | 196 flavors www.196flavors.com/es/nepal-dal-bhat/?srsltid=AYCX9vLYv1j7p4fC22HZjgHB_ZTPyMvArM5dEIya7VnDeq…
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