High Protein Bisi Bele Bath

Take your taste buds on a wholesome journey with this High Protein Bisi Bele Bath, a nutritious twist on the traditional South Indian comfort food. Packed with the goodness of brown rice, protein-rich quinoa, toor dal, and chana dal, this recipe delivers a healthy dose of plant-based protein in every bite. Flavorful mixed vegetables, aromatic curry leaves, and a blend of tamarind and Bisi Bele Bath powder lend this dish its signature tangy and spicy taste. Perfectly balanced for a satiating meal, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and ideal for busy weekdays or cozy dinners. Serve it warm with crispy papadums or cooling raita for a protein-packed feast that's as delicious as it is nourishing.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown rice
• 0.5 cup Quinoa
• 0.5 cup Toor dal (split pigeon peas)
• 0.25 cup Chana dal (split chickpeas)
• 2 cups Mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, peas, potato)
• 1 large, chopped Onion
• 1 large, chopped Tomato
• 2 tablespoons Bisi Bele Bath powder
• 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste
• 0.25 cup Peanuts
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 6 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice, quinoa, toor dal, and chana dal together under running water until the water runs clear. Soak them for 30 minutes and then drain.

Step 2

In a large pressure cooker, add the soaked brown rice, quinoa, toor dal, and chana dal. Pour in 4 cups of water, and add turmeric powder and salt. Close the lid and cook for 4 whistles over medium heat. Allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 3

While the grains and dals are cooking, heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add peanuts and saute until golden.

Step 4

Add chopped onion and saute until they turn translucent. Stir in the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft.

Step 5

Add the mixed vegetables and curry leaves to the pan. Pour in 2 cups of water and cover the pan. Let the vegetables cook for 10 minutes or until tender.

Step 6

Add Bisi Bele Bath powder, tamarind paste, and the cooked rice-dal mixture to the pan. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Simmer the mixture for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.

Step 8

Check for seasoning and add more salt if required.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot with papadums or raita for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2873.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2133.2

Total Fat 63.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5309.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.8g	0%
Total Sugars 69.7g
Protein 76.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 516.8mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 4471.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.5%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 59.2%