Dal Kaddu – Indian Lentils and Squash
Summary
- This recipe demonstrates how to prepare Dal Kaddu, a flavorful Indian dish combining chana dal (split chickpeas) with kaddu (squash). It's a hearty and nutritious vegetarian meal, seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices and fresh herbs.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Chana Dal (Split Chickpeas) 1 cup
- Kaddu (Squash) 1 medium, chopped
- Ginger 1 inch piece, chopped
- Garlic 4-5 cloves, chopped
- Green Chili Peppers 2, chopped
- Onion 1 medium, chopped
- Tomato 1 medium, chopped
- Cilantro 1/4 cup, chopped
- Water 4-5 cups
All Ingredients - Dry Spices
- Salt 1 tsp
- Hot Red Pepper Powder 1 tsp
- Haldi (Turmeric Powder) 1 tsp
- Garam Masala 1/2 tsp
- Ground Coriander 1 tsp
Tools You'll Need
- Pot
- Bowl
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Introduce Ingredients
The chef introduces the dish, Dal Kaddu, and presents all the wet ingredients (chana dal, kaddu, ginger, garlic, green chili peppers, onion, tomato, cilantro) and dry spices (salt, hot red pepper, haldi, garam masala, ground coriander) that will be used.
Step 2: Combine Ingredients for Cooking
Pour the pre-soaked chana dal into a pot of boiling water. Add all the chopped wet ingredients including kaddu, ginger, garlic, green chili peppers, onion, and tomato. Then, add the dry spices: salt, hot red pepper powder, turmeric powder, and ground coriander to the pot.
Step 3: Cook the Dal Kaddu
Cook the mixture in the pot for on medium heat until the dal and squash are tender and well combined.
Step 4: Serve and Garnish
Serve the hot Dal Kaddu in a bowl. Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of garam masala on top.
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