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Nepalese Dal Bhat (Lentil Soup with Steamed Rice)

Nepalese Dal Bhat is a staple dish in Himalayan cuisine, consisting of a flavorful lentil soup made with split red lentils and steamed rice.

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Ingredients

Protein Category

• 1 cup split red lentils
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

Vegetable Category

• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Rice Category

• 2 cups uncooked long-grain rice

Additional Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

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Dal Bhat Sauce (optional)

Mix the following:

• 1 tablespoon ghee or vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• Salt and pepper, to taste