BISI-BILI BATH

Bisi - Bele Bath Bisi Bele Bath is a traditional South Indian dish from Karnataka known for its rich flavours and Vata pacifying effects. Bisi - Bele Bath with its warm , moist grounding and slightly oily qualities helps in stabilizing Vata. Ingredients - * 1cup - Rice 1/2cup - Toor Dal (split pigeon peas) * 1tablespoon - Tamarind juice * 2cups - Mixed vegetables (carrots , peas & beans) * 2tablespoon - Ghee #Bisi Bele Bath Masala - * 2tablespoon - Dry coconut * 1 tablespoon - Coriander seeds * 1teaspoon - Cinnamon , Cloves & Cardamon * 2-3 - Diced Red chillies * 1/2teaspoon - Fenugreek seeds * 10-15 leaves - Curry leaves * 1 teaspoon - Mustard seeds •1/2 teaspoon - Turmeric powder * A pinch of Hing (Asafoetida) Preparations of Bisi Bele Bath - Dry roast all the spices and blend these spices with dry coconut to make a fine powder. Instructions - * In a pressure cooker and rice and toor dal 4cups of water and cook them together. * In another cooker , cook the mixed vegetables until tender. * In a large pan pour some ghee and add mustard seeds, curry leaves and asafoetida. * Add the cook vegetables , tamarind juice and turmeric powder to the pot and stir well. * Stir is the Bisi Bele Bhath masala into the mixture alongwith Rice & Dal mixture. * Simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes season with salt , garnish with ghee & fried cashews. Nutritional Benefits - The combination of spices and ingredients not only aids in digestion but also helps in grounding Vata's airy qualities. This dish promotes warmth of the body and stimulates appetite.