Description
Punjabi Dal Palak is a comforting dish that marries creamy black gram lentils with vibrant spinach, creating a deliciously hearty meal. Infused with aromatic spices and garnished with fresh cilantro, this recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re craving something warm and satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, it pairs beautifully with rice or naan, making it a versatile addition to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Black Gram Lentils (Urad Dal), soaked overnight
- 4 cups Fresh Spinach, chopped
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Garlic Paste
- 2 teaspoons Ginger Paste
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
- Rinse the soaked lentils under cold water until clear.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic and ginger paste; cook until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in chopped spinach, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, and garam masala; cook until spinach wilts (3-4 minutes).
- Add lentils and water; bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Mash slightly for creaminess, adjust salt if needed, and garnish with cilantro before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider stirring in a splash of cream. Swap out spinach for kale for a different twist. Adjust spice levels by adding green chilies or red chili powder as desired.