
Soups
Bhatmas ko daal (black soybean dal)
Bhatmas ko daal is a black soybean stew, very rich in protein, slowly simmered with garlic, cumin and turmeric. Thick and comforting, it is often served with rice in the mountains of Nepal.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
On the side
Instructions
- Rinse the black soybeans soaked the day before, then boil them in 1 litre of water for 40 minutes, until tender.
- While they cook, thinly slice the onions and chop the garlic and ginger.
- In a pot, heat the oil and brown the onions for 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the garlic, ginger and hing, then the diced tomatoes and let them break down for 4 minutes.
- Stir in the turmeric, cumin and salt, then the drained beans with a little of their cooking water.
- Simmer gently for 15 minutes until creamy. Finish with the garam masala and coriander.
Variations and tips
Quick version. Use well-rinsed canned black soybeans and add them directly at the onion step, with 300 ml of water.
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Original Ecomely recipe.

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