Dal Tadka

Dal Tadka is a simple, nourishing Indian preparation made with soft-cooked toor dal and an aromatic ghee tempering. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. Ghee gives the recipe a warm aroma and a rich homemade taste wherever it suits the dish. Serve hot with steamed rice, multigrain roti, and a small spoon of ghee. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Dal Tadka

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Pressure Cooking, Simmering, Tempering Cuisine: North Indian Courses: Main Course Recipe Keys: D Dal Tadka F Four servings I Indian recipe

Difficulty: Beginner Total Time 55 mins

Calories: 265

Description

A simple, nourishing Indian preparation made with soft-cooked toor dal and an aromatic ghee tempering.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 2 cups yellow toor dal
• 5 cups water
• 1 medium tomato
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds and ¹⁄₂ teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic
• 2 dried red chillies and a pinch of asafoetida
• 2 tablespoons chopped coriander

Instructions

1. Rinse the toor dal well and soak it if required.
2. Cook the toor dal with water, tomato, turmeric, and salt until completely soft.
3. Whisk or mash lightly so the dal becomes even but still has a little texture.
4. Heat the ghee in a small pan. Add the tempering spices and let them crackle.
5. Add ginger-garlic and the extra tempering ingredients. Cook until aromatic without burning.
6. Pour the hot tempering over the dal and mix well.
7. Simmer for 3 minutes, finish with coriander, and serve hot..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 265kcal

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