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Dal bhat

🇳🇵 A dish from Nepal

Dal bhat, a dish from Nepal
Gaurav Dhwaj Khadka · CC BY-SA 4.0

Dal bhat is a traditional meal from Nepal, as well as from Bangladesh and the Indian states like Assam, Bihar, Sikkim, and West Bengal. It is one of the most common everyday meals in these regions.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientslentils, steamed rice, turmeric, cumin, vegetables, ghee
🔥Cooking methodsimmered lentil soup served over boiled rice
👅Flavour & stylesavory, mildly spiced, comforting, often with pickle and curry sides
🕒When it’s eateneveryday staple, lunch or dinner

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Dal bhat come from?
Dal bhat is a dish that originated in Nepal.
What is Dal bhat?
Dal bhat is a traditional meal from Nepal, as well as from Bangladesh and the Indian states like Assam, Bihar, Sikkim, and West Bengal. It is one of the most common everyday meals in these regions.