Vegan Bisi Bele Bath

Vegan Bisi Bele Bath is a comforting South Indian dish that combines rice, lentils, and a medley of vegetables, all infused with aromatic spices. This wholesome one-pot meal is perfect for a midnight feast, providing nourishment and satisfaction.

Ingredients

• Brown rice - 100 grams
• Toor dal (split pigeon peas) - 50 grams
• Mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, peas) - 150 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Green chili - 1, slit
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 teaspoon
• Bisi Bele Bath powder - 2 tablespoons
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Curry leaves - 8-10 leaves
• Coriander leaves - for garnish
• Water - 4 cups
• Oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the brown rice and toor dal together in water until the water runs clear; soak for 20 minutes.
2. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat and add the mustard seeds. When they start to splutter, add the curry leaves and chopped onion. Sauté until the onion turns translucent.
3. Add the ginger-garlic paste and slit green chili, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the chopped tomato and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the mixed vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt, stirring well to combine. Cook for 5 minutes.
6. Drain the soaked rice and dal, then add them to the pot along with Bisi Bele Bath powder and 4 cups of water. Stir everything together.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and dal are fully cooked and the mixture is thickened.
8. Once done, turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from lentils and fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains a variety of vitamins and minerals from mixed vegetables, supporting overall wellness.

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