Bisi Bele Huliyanna
Bisi Bele Huliyanna is a comforting South Indian rice dish that combines rice, lentils, and a medley of vegetables, all flavored with aromatic spices. This gluten-free dish is not only nourishing but also bursting with flavors, making it a perfect meal for any time of the day.

40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Indian
380 kcal
Ingredients
- Basmati rice - 100 grams
- Toor dal (split pigeon peas) - 50 grams
- Mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, peas) - 150 grams
- Water - 600 ml
- Ghee - 2 tablespoons
- Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
- Dried red chilies - 2
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Sambar powder - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - to taste
- Coriander leaves - for garnish
Steps
- Rinse the basmati rice and toor dal together under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak them in water for 20 minutes.
- In a pressure cooker, add the soaked rice and dal along with 600 ml of water, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 3 whistles on medium heat and then let the pressure release naturally.
- Meanwhile, heat ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter, then add cumin seeds and dried red chilies.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes until they are slightly cooked.
- Stir in the sambar powder and mix well, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Once the rice and dal are cooked, gently fluff them with a fork and add the sautéed vegetable mixture to the cooker. Mix everything together gently.
- Cook the combined mixture on low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust salt if needed.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 14 g
- Carbs: 65 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Water: 0.6 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in protein and fiber from lentils and vegetables.
- Provides essential vitamins and minerals, promoting overall health.
Tags
IndianGluten-FreeRice Dish