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Dal Tadka

Dal Tadka (Lentil Fry) is a nutritious and tasty food. It is prepared with toor dal, (yellow split pigeon peas or arhar dal), onions, and spices. Dal can be thick or thin as per one's choice.

Dal originated in the northern part of India and is commonly spelled as dal, dhal, or dahl.


Dals are pulses that belong to the legume family. They are commonly known as lentils. They are available in the market in split form or whole form. There are different varieties of dals such as moong dal, toor dal (Split pigeon pea), urad dal, and chana dal.

Dal fry is prepared with toor dal. Toor dal is commonly used dal throughout India. In South India, Toor dal is used to make rasam (saaru), and a variety of sambars.

Dal is a good source of protein and fiber and is known for its taste hence it is consumed daily in Indian homes. It is a good source of iron and folic acid.


Soaking the toor dal is not necessary. I do not soak the toor dal. If you prefer it can be kept soaked for 15-30 minutes. 

Dal fry is commonly served with rice, chapati, roti, and naan or can be consumed as a soup.


Video

Dal Tadka Recipe

Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total:
30 minutes
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes

Author: Veena

Ingredients:

  1. Toor dal (Split pigeon peas) - 1 Cup
  2. Water - 2 1/2 cups.
  3. Tomatoes - 1-2
  4. Onion - 1 (Medium)
  5. Ginger - 1 to 2 inches.
  6. Garlic cloves - 2-4
  7. Green Chilly - 1-2 (chopped or slit)
  8. Cilantro - 1-2 Tbsp.
  9. Turmeric Powder - 3/4 tsp.
  10. Kashmiri red chili powder - 1 tsp.
  11. Coriander Powder - 1 tsp.
  12. Garam Masala Powder - 1/2 tsp
  13. Brown sugar/sugar - 1 tsp. (optional)
  14. Ghee/clarified butter- 2 Tbsp.
  15. Red chili - 1 (Whole)
  16. Cumin seeds - 1 tsp.
  17. Mustard seeds -1 tsp.
  18. Salt - 1 tsp.
  19. Hing (Asafoetida) - 1/4 tsp.
  20. Curry leaves - 5-8

Instructions:

  1. Add toor dal into the cooker insert vessel.
  2. Wash the toor dal 3 to 4 times thoroughly.
  3. Add 2 1/2 cups of water to the washed toor dal. 
  4. Place the trivet in the bottom of the pressure cooker.
  5. Add 1- 2 cups of water inside the pressure cooker until it immerses the trivet.
  6. Place toor dal insert vessel inside the pressure cooker.
  7. Close the pressure cooker lid and insert the regulator weight.
  8. Let the cooker whistle 3- 4 times and then keep it on low heat for 2 minutes before switching off the stove.
  9. Open the cooker once the pressure is released.
  10. Remove the toor dal vessel carefully.
  11. Place the Pan (Tava/skillet) on the cooking range and switch it on.
  12. Heat the pan and add ghee (clarified butter).
  13. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. 
  14. Add red chili, curry leaves, and sauté for some time.
  15. Add slit green chilies, chopped ginger, and sauté.
  16. Add chopped garlic and mix.
  17. Add chopped onions and sauté.
  18. Allow the onions to cook till it changes their color.
  19. Add chopped tomatoes and mix.
  20. Add turmeric powder and salt.
  21. Add coriander powder, red chili powder, and brown sugar and mix.
  22. Add 1/2 cup water and allow it to cook.
  23. Add cooked toor dal and allow it to boil for some time. 
  24. (Note: Add 1/2 cup of extra water for the reduced thickness of dal if required)
  25. Add garam masala powder, and Hing (Asafoetida) and mix.
  26. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Dal Fry is now ready to serve.

The dal fry can be served with rice, chapati, roti, and naan and can be consumed like soup.


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