Nepali Lentils and Rice (Dal Bhat)
Nepali Lentils and Rice (Dal Bhat)
Nepali Dal Bhat is a dish made of lentils and rice. One can see how this comforting combination of flavors and heat, would be perfect on a cold day.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs. Oil
- 1 onion chopped finely
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 2 pieces of ginger grated
- 1 tsp. coriander seeds crushed
- 1/2 tsp. red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric
- 1 cup red lentils washed
- 3 cups of water
- 3 cups of water
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
- 2 cups cooked white rice to serve with dal.
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large frying pan and cook the onions until translucent but not brown.
- Turn the heat to low and add in the ginger, garlic, crushed coriander seeds, red chili powder and turmeric. Stir to combine for about 3 minutes or so.
- Add in the red lentils and mix well with the onion mixture.
- Add in the water and bring it to a boil and add in the salt and reduce heat to a simmer for about 15 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Stir in the fresh cilantro and remove from heat.
- Serve with white boiled or steamed rice.
- Enjoy!"
