Dal bhat recipe

A comforting and nutritious classic from Nepal.

60 minmedium11 ingredients

Ingredients

• 200 g red lentils
• 300 g rice
• 1 onion
• 2 tomatoes
• 10 g ginger
• 4 garlic
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1000 ml water

How to make Dal bhat

1. Rinse 200 g of red lentils under cold water until water runs clear, then soak them in water for 20 minutes.
2. Cook 300 g of rice according to package instructions, typically simmering for 15-20 minutes until tender.
3. In a pan, heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil over medium heat; sauté 1 chopped onion until it turns golden brown, approximately 5 minutes.
4. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 inch of grated ginger, and 1 chopped tomato to the pan, stirring well to combine; cook for about 5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
5. Stir in 1 tsp of cumin seeds, 1/2 tsp of turmeric, and 1 tsp of salt; cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
6. Add the soaked lentils along with 1000 ml of water to the pan; bring to a simmer over medium heat and cover.
7. Cook the lentils for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and cooked through.
8. Turn off the heat and let the dal rest for 5 minutes before serving; taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. Serve the dal hot, accompanied by the cooked rice, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

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