Dal Tadka — Easy & Authentic

Dal Tadka is a popular Indian lentil dish known for its rich flavors and aromatic spices. This easy recipe will guide you to make a perfect bowl of dal that pairs wonderfully with rice or naan.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Main ingredients

• 1 cup toor dal (pigeon peas)
• 4 cups water
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2-3 green chilies, slit
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 tbsp ghee or oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

For tempering

• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 dried red chilies
• 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
• 1/2 tsp garam masala

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: Rinse the toor dal under running water until the water runs clear.
2. 2Step 2: In a pressure cooker, add the rinsed dal, water, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 3-4 whistles until the dal is soft.
3. 3Step 3: In a pan, heat ghee or oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4Step 4: Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Then, add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and cook for another minute.
5. 5Step 5: Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften. Stir in the cooked dal and adjust the consistency with water if needed.
6. 6Step 6: Let it simmer for 5-10 minutes, then add garam masala and mix well.
7. 7Step 7: For tempering, heat ghee in a small pan, add cumin seeds, dried red chilies, and asafoetida. Pour this tempering over the dal.
8. 8Step 8: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
• Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chilies.
• Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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