Name: Amazing Dal Recipe – Indian Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 People
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 3 tbsp Ghee; 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds; 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds; 10-12 cloves, coarsely chopped Garlic; 1/4 cup Fresh curry leaves; 5-6 Dried red chilies; 1 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tbsp Coriander powder; 1 tsp, plus more to taste Salt; 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder; 2 cups, soaked overnight Orange lentils (Masoor Dal); 4 cups Hot water (Garam Pani); 1 tbsp Tamarind paste

Ready in

45 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Recipe Summary

This recipe guides you through making a flavorful and aromatic dal, featuring roasted garlic, fresh curry leaves, and a blend of Indian spices. The lentils are soaked overnight for a super soft texture, creating a comforting and tangy dish perfect for any meal.

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All Ingredients - Main Ingredients

Ghee 3 tbsp
Mustard seeds 1/2 tsp
Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp
Garlic 10-12 cloves, coarsely chopped
Fresh curry leaves 1/4 cup
Dried red chilies 5-6
Turmeric powder 1 tsp
Coriander powder 1 tbsp
Salt 1 tsp, plus more to taste
Kashmiri chili powder 1 tsp
Orange lentils (Masoor Dal) 2 cups, soaked overnight
Hot water (Garam Pani) 4 cups
Tamarind paste 1 tbsp

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Heat Ghee and Temper Spices

Heat 3 tablespoons of ghee in a pot over medium-low heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds. Allow them to crackle and season the oil for about .

Step 2: Roast Garlic

Add 10-12 coarsely chopped garlic cloves to the pot. Roast the garlic on a nice slow and low flame until it develops a slight color, approximately to .

Step 3: Add Curry Leaves and Dried Chilies

Once the garlic starts to roast, add 1/4 cup of fresh curry leaves and 5-6 dried red chilies to the pot. Stir everything together and continue to cook for a couple more minutes until the garlic is slightly roasted and the aromas are released.

Step 4: Add Powdered Spices

Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of Kashmiri chili powder to the pot. Stir well and roast the spices for .

Step 5: Add Lentils and Water

Add 2 cups of orange lentils (Masoor Dal), which have been soaked overnight, to the pot. Stir thoroughly to combine with the spices. Pour in 4 cups of hot water (garam pani).

Step 6: Boil the Dal

Bring the dal to a boil. You will notice a froth appearing on top; this is harmless protein and does not need to be skimmed off. Continue to boil the lentils for approximately , or until they have absorbed all the water and are starting to disintegrate.

Step 7: Final Stir and Seasoning

Once the dal has absorbed the water and is soft, remove it from the heat. Give it a really good stir to ensure everything is well combined and soft. Check for salt and add more if needed.

Step 8: Add Tamarind Paste and Serve

At the last stage, add 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste to the dal. Stir it in really well; it doesn't need to be cooked through. The tamarind paste will add a nice tangy flavor. The dal is now ready to be served.

Pro Tips

• Always use fresh curry leaves for the best flavor; dried curry leaves offer no flavor.

• Soaking the orange lentils overnight gives them a super soft texture when cooked.

• Do not skim the froth that appears when the dal boils; it's harmless protein and doesn't impair the taste.

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