Instant Pot bisibelabath: Quick and easy recipe guide

Ingredients for Instant pot bisibelabath

• 30 ml vegetable oil, divided

• 30 ml unsweetened coconut flakes

• 22 g coriander seeds

• 22 g dried chana dal

• 5 black peppercorns

• pinch fenugreek seeds

• 1 cinnamon stick (5 cm), broken

• 3 whole cloves

• pinch asafoetida (optional)

• 1 dried red chile, crushed

• 1 onion, chopped

• 15 g kosher salt

• 2 green chiles, minced

• 10 g ground turmeric

• 5 g yellow mustard seeds

• 250 g white basmati rice, rinsed

• 250 g dried lentils (toor or masoor dal)

• 500 g chopped trimmed butternut squash

• 500 g chopped mustard greens (see Cooks Note)

• 500 ml no-added-salt vegetable stock or water

• Special Equipment: coffee/spice grinder

How to make Instant pot bisibelabath

1. Heat 5 ml of oil in the inner pot using the sauté function on high for 1 minute, until shimmering.

2. Add the coconut, coriander seeds, chana dal, peppercorns, fenugreek seeds, cinnamon stick, cloves, asafoetida (if using), and dried chile; cook for about 2 minutes, until fragrant.

3. Transfer the mixture to a clean coffee or spice grinder and grind to a powder.

4. Heat the remaining 25 ml of oil in the inner pot using the sauté function on high for 1 minute, until shimmering.

5. Add the onion, salt, green chiles, turmeric, and mustard seeds; cook for about 2 minutes, until the mustard seeds begin to pop.

6. Stir in the rice, lentils, squash, and mustard greens until well combined.

7. Mix in the toasted spices, then add the broth.

8. Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 3 minutes.

9. Once the cooking is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.

10. Remove the lid and stir the mixture.

11. Transfer to a bowl and serve.

If you can't find mustard greens, substitute with turnip greens, kale, or any other sturdy greens.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.