Dal Tadka
Makes one serving Ingredients: 1/4 cup yellow moong dal 1/2 onion, finely chopped 1/2 tomato, finely chopped 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1/2 inch ginger, grated 1/2 tbsp garlic, minced 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/4 tsp red chili powder Salt to taste 1/2 tbsp ghee (clarified butter) Water as needed Chopped coriander leaves for garnish
Nutrient details
Fats : 4.0
Protein : 6.0
Fibre : 3.0
Carbs : 3.0
Ingredients for this Recipe
Yellow Dal
1/4 cup
Small onion, chopped
1 no
Small tomato, chopped
1 no
Cumin seeds
1/4 tsp
Crushed ginger ang garlic
1 tsp
Turmeric powder
1/4 tsp
Red chilli powder
1/4 tsp
Salt to taste
0
Ghee
1/2 tbsp
Water as needed
0
Coriander leaves
1 tbsp
Preparation
1. Rinse the yellow moong dal and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. Drain the water and add the dal to a pressure cooker with 1 cup of water and a pinch of salt. Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles or until the dal is soft and cooked.
3. In a pan, heat ghee and add the cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
4. Add the finely chopped onions and cook until they are soft and translucent.
5. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
6. Add the finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and mushy.
7. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
8. Add the cooked dal to the pan and mix well. Add water as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
9. Simmer for 5-6 minutes on low heat.
10. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or roti.