Description
Whole Masoor Dal is a comforting and nutritious dish that envelops you in warmth with every spoonful. Made from earthy lentils and infused with aromatic spices, this recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep. Its vibrant colors and rich flavors make it both visually appealing and satisfying. Enjoy it on its own or paired with warm naan or fluffy rice for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Whole Masoor Dal
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Ginger, grated
- 1 medium Tomato, chopped
- 1 Green Chili, sliced (or to taste)
- ¼ cup Cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- Salt to taste
- 4 cups Water (adjust based on desired consistency)
Instructions
- Soak Whole Masoor Dal for at least two hours.
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Mix in chopped tomato, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, and garam masala; cook for about five minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Rinse the soaked dal and add to the pot with enough water to cover by one inch. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Cook uncovered for 30-40 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add salt and green chilies to taste; top with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For creaminess, consider adding coconut milk or spinach. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of green chili or adding lemon juice for zest.