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Template:Infobox food Bisi bele bhath (Template:Langx) is a spicy, rice-based dish with origins in the state of Karnataka, India.[1] It is said to have originated in the Mysore Palace. Its recipe was almost a secret among palace cooks for two centuries until it would become public and famous across world.[2][3][4]

Preparation

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Bisi bele bhaath served with raita and Happala(papad)

The traditional preparation of this dish is elaborate and involves the use of a spicy masala (huliyanna), toor dal (a type of lentil), rice, ghee and vegetables.[5] Spices like nutmeg, asafoetida, curry leaves and tamarind pulp contribute to its unique flavour and taste. Some versions of the dish are prepared with up to thirty ingredients.[6]

It is served hot and sometimes eaten with chutney, boondi, salad, papad, or potato chips. This dish is commonly found in restaurants that serve the Udupi cuisine. The masala used is available off the shelf.

See also

References

  1. The World of Wine and Food: A Guide to Varieties, Tastes, History, and Pairings{{#if:Philpott|, Philpott}. Rowman & Littlefield Publishers(2016). ISBN 978-1-4422-6804-3
  2. Bisi Bele Bath: Karnataka's Most Famous Vegetarian Rice Dish. NDTV Food. Retrieved 2024-12-19.
  3. Tra baci e rasoi. Una riflessione sul principio di economia. Laboratorio Teoretico({Template:Date).
  4. Amazon.com. www.amazon.com. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
  5. Rice Bowl: Vegetarian Rice Recipes from India and the World{{#if:|, {{{last}}}}
  6. The Dish: Bisi Bele Bath, Cohen, Margot. The Wall Street Journal(October 26, 2007). Retrieved January 19, 2017. Template:Subscription required

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