Perfect Dal Tadka — Easy & Authentic

Dal Tadka is a popular Indian dish made with lentils and tempered spices. It's wholesome, nutritious, and perfect for any meal.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Main ingredients

• 1 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
• 4 cups water
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp ghee or oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-inch ginger, grated
• Coriander leaves for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: Rinse the toor dal under running water until the water runs clear.
2. 2Step 2: In a pressure cooker, combine the rinsed dal, water, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 3-4 whistles or until 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, green chilies, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until onions are golden brown.
5. 5Step 5: Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft.
6. 6Step 6: Pour the cooked dal into the pan, mix well, and simmer for 5 minutes.
7. 7Step 7: Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Soak the dal for 30 minutes for quicker cooking.
• Adjust the consistency of dal by adding more water if needed.
• For extra flavor, add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) while tempering.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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