Simple Dal Tadka
A classic, comforting, and frugal Indian lentil soup. Easy to make and very nutritious.
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Cost: Rs 40 for 3 people
Nutrition: 210 kcal · 11 g protein
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Nutrition
Per 1 bowl (about one-third recipe)
- Calories
- 210 kcal
- Protein
- 11 g
- Carbs
- 32 g
- Fat
- 5 g
- Fiber
- 6 g
Ingredients
- 11 cup Yellow Moong Dal (split yellow lentils)
- 23 cups Water
- 31/2 tsp Turmeric
- 41 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 52 Garlic cloves, minced (optional)
- 61 tbsp Oil or Vegan Butter
- 7Salt to taste
- 8Coriander leaves
Instructions
- 1
Wash the dal thoroughly. Boil the dal in water with turmeric and salt until soft and mushy (about 15-20 minutes).
- 2
In a small pan, heat oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- 3
Add minced garlic (if using) and sauté until golden.
- 4
Pour this tadka (tempering) over the cooked dal.
- 5
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with rice or roti.