Bisibele Bath
Bisi Bele Bath
Karnataka’s beloved one-pot rice and lentil dish, made with our freshly ground bisibele bath masala and plenty of farm vegetables.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total
- 45 min
- Level
- Medium
Method
Farm tip: Serve it hot and slightly runny, with a dollop of ghee and boondi or potato chips on the side.

Drink pairing
Solkadhi from Kokum - 200 ml
Cool kokum solkadhi is a traditional companion to spicy rice dishes.
Questions
What does bisibele bath mean?
“Bisi bele” means hot lentils in Kannada. It is a signature dish of Karnataka.
Can I make it without a pressure cooker?
Yes. Simmer the rice and dal in a heavy pot for about 40 minutes, stirring often.