Popular Nepalese Dish : Dal Bhat Tarkari RECIPE

 Ingredients:

• 1 cup white rice
• 1 cup lentils (dal)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon turmeric
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice and soak it in water for 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Rinse the lentils and add them to a pot with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the lentils are soft and fully cooked.
3. In a separate pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the cumin and coriander seeds and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the pan and cook until the onion is translucent.
5. Add the tomatoes and cook for a few minutes until they break down and become saucy.
6. Add the turmeric and garam masala to the pan and cook for a minute to release their flavors.
7. Combine the cooked lentils with the tomato and spice mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste.
8. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
9. Serve the dal bhat tarkari hot, with the rice and lentil curry on one plate and the vegetables (tarkari) on another. Garnish with cilantro.

Enjoy your delicious Nepalese meal!