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Nepali Bara
Experience the culinary delight of Nepal with this traditional Nepali Bara recipe. This savory pancake, made with black lentils and aromatic spices, is a popular street food in Nepal. It is a perfect snack for any time of the day, offering a satisfying blend of hearty lentils, fiery green chili, and aromatic cumin seeds for a unique and memorable flavor experience.
Ingredients
- Black lentils (urad dal)
- 1 cup, soaked overnight
- Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons, plus more for frying
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon, or to taste
- Coriander leaves
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped
- Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon
- Green chili
- 1-2, finely chopped
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger
- 1 inch piece, grated
Instructions
- Rinse the soaked lentils under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
- In a blender or food processor, grind the lentils to a smooth batter. Add a little water, if necessary, to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Transfer the lentil batter to a mixing bowl. Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green chili, cumin seeds, finely chopped coriander leaves, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, ladle a portion of the lentil batter onto the pan, spreading it out to form a small pancake around 3-4 inches in diameter.
- Fry the bara until it turns golden brown on both sides, flipping once to ensure even cooking. Repeat this process with the remaining batter.
- Serve the bara hot, preferably with a side of tomato chutney or yogurt. Enjoy this authentic Nepali snack that brings the streets of Kathmandu right to your kitchen.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4-6 Dish Type: Appetizer Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus soaking time) Cook Time: 30 minutes Calories: 200 Fat: 5g Carbs: 30g Protein: 11g Sodium: 400mg Sugar: 2g
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