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Dal Plain Curry

This Dal plain curry is a simple, quick and tasty dish. enjoy! - 51.0923

Spicy 3 Step Masoor Dhal

Want to know of a very simple recipe to make delicious Indian dhal? Then watch this video and learn to make dhal in 3 simple steps. It will turn out delicious, we promise! - 91.4382

Dhal Brahmin

Wash and soak the dhal for an hour or so. Cut the vegetable into large pieces. Heat the ghee on a moderate fire and fry the asafetida powder. Add the dhal at once with the vegetable and turmeric powder. Keep stirring till it gets quite browned. Put in three... - 39.1668

Dry Urad Dhal

This Dry Urad Dhal tastes yummy ! Try out this delicious bean dish with rice or roti and you're going to love the taste. Your suggestions for this Dry Urad Dal are welcome ! - 34.7087

Kabuli Chana Dhal

Soak the kabuli channa overnight. Boil ten cups of water; put in the dhal, a little soda and the onion. Cook till the dhal gets soft. Mash it with a fork and rub through a sieve. Grind the dhal left in the sieve to a fine paste, adding a little warm water,... - 39.2331

Liquid Moong Dhal

This Liquid Moong Dhal is a filling complement to your main dishes which may be rice or Indian breads. Just try this flavorful bean preparation for you next meal. Your suggestions for this Liquid Moong Dhal are welcome. - 44.554

Dhal Soft

Soak dhal for 1/2 hour. Slice onion finely and fry in a separate pan. Cook the dhal or lentils with salt, turmeric and enough hoi water to cover to 1 inch above the lentils. Simmer until tender. When tender, test for seasoning and serve with the fried onions... - 26.273

Dry Moong Dhal

Soak the dhal. Boil it on a moderate fire in three cups of water. Add the turmeric and green chillies. When it becomes quite soft, drain out any water still left. Then put in butter or ghee and pomegranate seed powder while it is quite hot. Shake the pan and... - 32.651

Chana Dhal Kofta

Soak the channa dhal in water for two hours. Boil it in four cups of water with one green chilli. When quite soft, drain and put the dhal on the fire for a minute or two to dry. Grind the dhal with the cumin seeds and chilli powder. Mix with all the other... - 41.0931

Dhal

Drain the dhal and place in a large pan with the water and turmeric. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 1 hour or until the dhal is tender. Heat the butter or ghee in a frying pan (skillet) and add the garlic, ginger and onions. Fry until the onions are... - 36.0438

Dhal Sag

Dhal Sag has a lovely taste. Dhal Sag gets its taste from lentils mixed with spinach. Dhal Sag is inspired by many food joints around the world. - 39.2985

Dhal Soup

Wash dhal and soak for an hour in water or stock. Add salt and cook till soft. Remove the white forth which forms during boiling. Measure, and add enough stock or water to make 6 cups of soup. Heat the oil or ghee in a pan and add crushed ginger, cumin and... - 39.0093

Masoor Dhal

Masoor Dhal has a lovely taste. Masoor Dhal gets its taste from lentils mixed in garam masala and flavored with spices - 38.2122

Easy Gobi Dhal Curry

Gobi Dhal Curry has a great taste. Gobi Dhal Curry gets its taste from lentils mixed with cauliflower and chicken stock, topped with nuts. Gobi Dhal Curry is inspired by many restaurants across the world. - 43.1996

Tuvar Dhal

This Tuvar Dal is a nutritious complement to your main dishes which may be rice or breads. Try this savory pulse preparation. Feel free to share your views of Tuvar Dal with me here. - 41.283

Dhal

MAKING 1) Pour off the water from lentils and rinse in cold running water. 2) In a saucepan, melt the butter and sauté onion until soft. 3) Add in the mustard, turmeric and garam masala and sauté for 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally. 4) Stir the... - 43.37

Doodhi With Moong Dhal

1. Peel the doodhi and cut it into small pieces. Bring about 850 ml / 1 1/2 pints of salted water to the boil and drop in the doodhi. Boil for about 5 minutes. Drain the water and set the doodhi aside. 2. Wash and pick over the moong dhal for any stones, etc.... - 35.8242

Spiced Dhal

To 1 pint of sour milk curds (yoghurt) add salt to taste and 2 tspns. Dhunia chutney. Whisk and serve in individual bowls. - 12.5732

Dhal

Chop chillies, tomatoes and onions. Wash lentils and put them in a pan with 11/2 pints cold water, the turmeric and salt, and cook for 1/2 hour on medium heat, when they should have absorbed all the liquid. Meanwhile fry the onions till golden brown, add... - 30.1725

Haandi Chana Dhal With Okra

1. Wash the chana dhaal, then boil for about 10 minutes until it is soft but not mushy. Check by rubbing the dhaal between your index finger and thumb. 2. Drain, cover and set aside. 3. Heat 4 tablespoons of the oil in a haandi or saucepan, add the diced... - 40.2576

Dhal

Soak the lentils in water to cover for 30 minutes. Heat the ghee and saute the onions until they are soft but not brown. Add tomatoes, chili powder, turmeric and salt. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Drain the lentils and put them in a pan with enough water to... - 33.3491

Fried Moong Dhal

Wash the moong dhaal thoroughly and soak it in the water for several hours, ideally overnight. Drain off the liquid and leave the moong dhaal aside in a strainer so all the liquid is drained off. When thoroughly drained, heat the oil in a karahi or a deep... - 30.9272

Bitter Gourds With Chana Dhal

Wash the bitter gourds and pat dry with kitchen paper. Peel off the rough skins and slice the gourds, discarding the seeds. Place the sliced gourds in a bowl, rubbing the tablespoon of salt into the slices. Set aside for about 1 hour. Meanwhile, wash the... - 46.8751

Saag With Toor Dhal

Blanch the spinach in boiling water for about 3 minutes. Drain and squeeze out any excess liquid and set aside. Wash the toor dhaal and cook in lightly salted boiling water until soft but not mushy. Drain and set aside. Heat the oil in a karahi or a deep... - 43.4953

Balti Moong Dhal With Fried Okra

1. Heat the oil in a balti pan, karahi or deep frying pan and fry the okra, in batches for 3-5 minutes, until crisp and golden. Lift out with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper. Set aside the frying pan with the remaining oil. 2. Wash the moong dhaal... - 36.9581

Haandi Chana Dhal With Tomatoes And Green Mango Slices

1. Wash the chana dhaal thoroughly. Boil for about 10 minutes until soft but not mushy, drain, then set aside. 2. Heat the oil in a haandi or saucepan and fry the onion seeds and curry leaves for about 2 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, put the spring onions into a... - 38.2202

Green Mango Dhal

Wash, peel and roughly slice the mangoes, discarding the stone in the middle. Put the mango slices in a bowl, cover and set aside. Wash and inspect the lentils for any stones etc. Boil the lentils in plenty of lightly salted water until soft but not mushy,... - 47.1367

Chana Dhal With Rice And Saffron

1. Wash the rice until the water runs clear, set aside in a bowl of water to soak. 2. Wash the chana dhaal, then boil for about 10 minutes until it is soft but not mushy. Check by rubbing the dhaal between your index finger and thumb. 3. Drain, cover and set... - 41.0784

Masoor Dhal With Vegetables

Wash the masoor dhaal thoroughly before boiling it in unsalted water until soft but not mushy. Drain and set aside. In a karahi or a deep frying pan (with a lid) heat the oil and sprinkle in the onion seeds and curry leaves. After 10 seconds, add the onions... - 42.6678

Chana Dhal Dessert

1. Ideally the chana dhaal should be soaked for about 3 hours before boiling. However, if this is not possible, wash the lentils and place them in a large saucepan with the water and boil over a medium heat for 15-20 minutes until all the water has evaporated... - 36.3061

Dhal

MAKING 1. In a large saucepan or a stock pot, combine lentils, water, salt, chili powder, and turmeric Place pan on a medium high flame and bring to a boil. 2. Reduce heat to low, cover the pan or pot with lid and simmer 45 minutes, stirring occasionally,... - 44.7155

Dhal

MAKING 1) After washing the lentils, cook them with three times their colume of cold water. Prior soaking is not needed. 2) To prepare the tomato sauce, fry the chopped garlic and onion in the oil. Add the peeled and chpped tomatoes and cook over low flame... - 41.0621

Dhal Makhani

This Dal Makhani recipe is all about the authentic Indian flavors and taste. Lentils cooked in a delicious Makhani gravy is both mouthwatering and healthy. Enjoy this wonderful dish with rice or crispy Indian bread. - 49.8707

Hot Spinach Dhal

MAKING 1. In a large sized sauce pan, heat ghee/ butter. 2. Add onions and garlic. Mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 2 or 3 minutes. 3. Add rest of the ingredients (apart from water and spinach) and mix well. Cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2... - 45.7973

Dhal With Nori

Heat ghee on medium heat and add mineral salt, cumin seed, and asafoetida. Cook until the spices’ aroma comes up. Add split mung, nori, and water and stir. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer, and cover with a lid for 20-25 minutes, or cook 15 minutes at... - 21.7215

Gobi Dhal Curry

Place the lentils in a pan and pour over sufficient cold water to cover. Bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes, then drain. Fry the onions in the oil until softened. Stir in the curry powder and flour and cook gently for 2 minutes. Add the stock,... - 40.9813

Hearty Mulligatawny Soup

Soak the dhal. Into six cups of boiling water put the dhal, one chopped onion and turmeric powder. When the dhal gets quite soft, stir and pass it through a sieve. Grind any dhal left in the sieve and pass it again through the sieve. Melt the butter and fry... - 43.5107

Masoor Dal Khichdi With Vegetables

1. Rinse the rice and masoor dhal well and leave them in a bowl of water to soak. 2. Heat the oil in a medium-sized heavy-based saucepan and fry the curry leaves and mustard and onion seeds with the onion for about 2 minutes. 3. Lower the heat and add the... - 32.6842

Dal Masoor

Grind chillies, coconut, cumin and coriander seeds to a fine paste. Wash and soak dal in 6 cups of water for 2 hours. Heat 1 tblsp oil and fry onion and garlic till soft, put in the ground paste and fry for 5 minutes. Add salt, turmeric powder and dal along... - 43.0706

Daal Gobi

Want a simple yet delicious main dish to serve with Indian flat breads? This video on daal gobi is simple vegan main dish cooked in Indian style with seasonings and spices. Cooking chana dal is a difficult task as it takes long to cook them, so if the chef... - 125.752

Dal Tadka

If you are vegan or vegetarian and looking for a protein rich dish, try this dal tadka recipe. It’s simple and easy to make and its spicy and flavorful. The split red and yellow lentils used are easy to cook in a saucepan. And the star of the recipe here is... - 126.114

Lauki Chana Dal

Want to make a simple and healthy dish which has both veggies and lentils? Here, there is a video on lauki chana dal, which is vegan yet protein rich and delicious. Chana dal is cooked separately as it takes longer and then mixed with sautéed bottle gourd.... - 113.877

Dal Puri

GETTING READY 1)Clean and wash the dal. MAKING 2)In a deep saucepan, add dal and water, turmeric and salt. Cover and cook it on medium heat for 30 minutes. 3)In a bowl, add wheat flour and salt. Mix water and make soft dough. 4)Divide the dough into 8... - 52.6583

Maharashtrian Varan

This no-frills daal recipe was given to me by my Mother-in-Law. Varan is a Maharastrian style daal which tastes great with chapattis or plain white rice. - 48.5065

Green Chilly & Coconut Sambar

Green chilly & coconut sambar is a plain, simple and tasty dish. Try and enjoy! - 46.634

Paruppu Urappu Adai

Paruppu urappu adai is a tasty, hot, spongy pancake. Its a exact stomach-filling healthy breakfast for a good change. Enjoy!! - 47.2683

Variations Of Pilau

1. For every 2 cups of rice, use 1/3 cup chana dhal. Boil dhal separately until soft. Add to cooked rice and steam as in above recipe. 2. Diced carrots, peas, beans (green cut into 1" lengths), moong dhal can each be boiled separately and steamed with the... - 22.2118

Kitcheri

Soak dhal in cold water for 1/2 hour, remove the skins, if any, and wash well. Wash rice three or four times in cold water. In three pints of boiling water add the salt, cinnamon and cardamons. Stir a little cold water into the turmeric and add to water. Add... - 26.4827

Chana Dal Soup

Soak the channa dhal in water for an hour. Into eight cups of boiling water, put the channa dhal and onion. Cook on a moderate fire for about an hour till the dhal becomes quite soft. Then mash and rub it through a sieve. Add butter, salt, turmeric powder and... - 39.2595

Chichuri ( Bengal )

Wash and soak rice and dhal separately for 1/2 hour. Drain and dry. Shell peas and slice medium onions. Brown 1/2 the sliced onions in the hot oil, drain and keep aside. Brown remaining sliced onions in the same oil with the sugar, masala and the dhal. Stir... - 38.2887

Dal Puri

Soak the dhal for an hour or two. Then boil in four cups of water with the green chilli. When soft, drain and place on the fire again to dry completely. Add the ground spices to the dhal and grind it. Divide it into ten portions. Mix half a teaspoon of salt... - 42.8074

Shammi Kabab

Soak the dhal in water for a hour or two. Boil the mince and dhal in a small quantity of water, till the dhal is quite soft. Remove from the fire. When cool, add the spices and grind the mixture to a thick paste. Divide into seven or eight sections and shape... - 40.7345

Moong Dal Khichdi

Heat 1 tblspn, oil and cook jeera for 3 minutes, do not allow to brown. This will soften the seeds and bring out the flavour. Add the dhal and the rice and stir gently. Add water to cover and cook on light heat until tender. This is an excellent dish for... - 21.8242

Spinach Kofta

Boil the spinach and dhal in just enough water, to leave both ingredients dry when cooked. Mix all the ingredients, mash them well and shape into twenty koftas. Deep fry them. - 26.7866

Dal Palak

Pressure cooks the chopped spinah leaves along with the thoor dhal, onions,green chilli, tomatoes, chilli powder, tamarind, and turmeric powder. Add some water to cook. Once its cooked well, mash the dhal along with the spinach mixture well with a laddle.... - 38.6203

Rogan Lotus Stem

Cut the lotus stems into sixteen pieces. Soak the channa dhal for one hour. Boil the lotus stem pieces, channa dhal and one tablespoon of ghee. Remove from the fire before they are completely tender. Heat eight tablespoons of ghee and put in the paste and... - 37.8813

Celery Sambar

Celery Sambar has a tangy taste. Celery Sambar gets its rich flavor from tur dhal mixed with coconut red chili and flavored with tamarind. Celery Sambar is inspired by many food joints worldwide. - 38.2263

Ginger Chutney(inchi Thogayal)

I tried this chutney and it came out very well. It goes with rice, chapathi, dosa and idli - 37.1418

Gujarati Khichdi

Slice onion finely and fry 1/2 the quantity in the hot oil until rich brown and keep aside. Make Masala with 1/2 tspn, ground cloves, 1 tspn, ground cardamons and 1/2 tspn, ground cinnamon. Mix turmeric in a little water. Fry dhal, cumin seed and the masala... - 35.5486

Dhansak

Wash the 4 dhals. Place in a pan and cover with water. Bring to boil over high heat and simmer for twenty minutes. Meanwhile, saute the meat in oil until browned. Drain. Add to the dhal mixture with all the vegetables, garlic and spices. Cook together until... - 40.3383

Vegetable Biryani

Boil dhal in salted water. Boil rice with 2 cardamon and 1 stick cinnamon in rapidly boiling wafer. When it is half done drain dry in colander. ... - 33.5154

Chana Dal With Paneer And Tomatoes

1. Wash and pick over the chana dhal or split peas for any stones, etc. Place them in a heavy-based saucepan with the onion, garam masala, garlic, ginger, chilli powder, mango powder, salt and about 600 ml / 1 pint water. Bring to the boil and cook for about... - 31.1418

Kai Murukku ( Famous South Indian Snack)

Murukku is made with rice flour,urad dhal flour, butter, salt, cumin seeds,asafoetida.This snack is to be fried in oil. - 32.5732

Pongal

Cook Rice and dhal together in Pressure cooker by adding little salt and 4 cups of water atleast for 4 whistles.Heat 3 tsp kadai and pour oil. Saute curry leaves,pepper,jeera & ginger and add to cooked rice,Fry the cashewnuts in 1 tsp of ghee and add to... - 19.9051

Jeera Paneer Fry

Add oil to pressure cooker and add jeera, urad dhal, dry red chili and curry leaves, saute for 2 minutes. Add onion and chili powder saute for 3 minutes.Add paneer, salt and 1/2 cup water .Add close the lid and cook the panner for 10 minutes. Fry the paneer... - 37.0378

Onion Chutney

Very easy to prepare. - 30.9722

Inji Puli - Pachi Pulusu

Dish name: Inji Puli Can be used as a side dish for Idli and VenPongal. We call it as pachi pulusu in telugu at our home. It is delicious with idly, dosa and pongal. Taste this and give your comments. Its hot and spicy. Yummy!!! - 41.1265

Samosa

Mix all ingredients together. Beat well. Put spoonfuls on squares. Fold over and seal edges with water. Deep fry as for Nimkis. - 30.7465

Egg Curry

MAKING 1) Break the eggs into the curry sauce while it is still cooking over low flame. 2) Stir till the eggs coagulate into strands which look like noodles. SERVING 3) Serve hot with dhal and brown rice. - 31.2008

Dahi Vada

These Dahi Wadas are fabulous appetizers. These pulse fritters soaked in seasoned curds are favorite appetizers of both the north and South Indians. A much loved party fare, try out these dahi wadas for your next do and let me know if you like them ! - 45.1924

Tuvar Dal Sorak

Soak dhal in water for 1/2 an hour, then simmer gently with onion, salt, turmeric powder, garlic, ginger and tej patta, until tender. Heat oil and Fry minced onion light brown. Add ground masala and fry. Add masala water and simmer until thick. Add dhal and... - 41.7654

Lotus Stem Curry

This Lotus Stem Curry is terrific. Just try out this Lotus Stem Curry with your rice dishes and let me know if you like it. ! Your suggestions for this lotus stem curry are welcome. - 47.2924

Lentils With Vegetables And Tamarind

1. Mix together the toor and masoor dhal and wash them twice, running your fingers through them. 2. Drain them and put in a heavy-based saucepan. Add to this the ginger, garlic, turmeric, chilli powder, ground coriander, salt to taste, onion and curry leaves,... - 33.5216

Chicken Lolo Suvu

Section chicken removing flesh from back and breast. Leave flesh on legs, wings, etc. Prepare stock using back, breast, neck and water. Strain stock and then reduce to one cup by boiling. Reserve. Mash garlic with enough salt to take up moisture. This should... - 45.7958

All-purpose Chutney Powder

Chutney powder is a must have condiment in south Indian houses. Watch the video to know how to make this spicy and flavorful mixture to serve with idlis and dosa. - 75.5234

Amirthabalam - Mor Kali - Dish From Buttermilk

rich spicy dish with the taste of buttermilk. - 36.1453

Pakoras

Make a thick batter by mixing all the ingredients with a little water. Deep fry, putting in a teaspoon of batter at a time. This is the basic recipe. You can coat sliced potatoes and other vegetables with the batter and fry them; or mix chopped onions and... - 26.2984

Atukulu Upma (poha, Aval)

First soak the aval and keep it aside. after 1 hour drain the excess water if there in a pan, add oil and all the ingredients one by one. Mustard, uradhal, gramdhal, pinch of asafoetida, greenchillies and ginger. Once all these gets sauted add curry... - 49.1203

Madras Curry

Heat the ghee on a moderate fire and lightly fry the tomatoes. Add meat, fish or dhal or vegetable. (Prawns or chicken are recommended). Simmer on a low fire till nearly dry. Add the paste, turmeric and bay leaves: Keep stirring till completely dry; then add... - 38.3751

Kitcheree

Kitcheree is simply yummy. Kitcheree gets its taste from rice mixed with lentils and flavored with spices. Kitcheree is loved by many food lovers. - 41.0595

Lentil Coconut Curry

Lentil Coconut Curry has a fine taste. Lentil Coconut Curry gets its taste from lentils mixed with creamed coconut and flavored with lemon juice. Lentil Coconut Curry is loved by many people. - 40.529

Masala Upma

Mix and heat ghee and oil. Add the mustard seeds, when they splutter, add the urad dhal and curry leaves. Add and fry chopped onion till transparent. Add and fry the semolina and chopped chillies, stirring. When well roasted, make a well in the centre, place... - 45.7436

Ridge Gourd Chutney

cook the ridge gourd, tomatoes, green chilli, garlic cloves in a closed pan without any water. Add a little salt. After the vegetable is cooked, cool it and grid it into a coarse paste . while grinding add a few corriander leaves, cumin seeds and tamarind to... - 33.7239

Whole Green Moong Dal Curry

Pressure cook all the ingredients mentioned upto 6 whistles with 2 cups of water. Then mash it by using blender. and for Seasoning :- use the above ingredients given in ingredients heading Its ready to have with rice. - 37.0886

Dal Vada

There are hundreds of fritter recipes around the world but this dal vada recipe will beat them all. Maria has done a fabulous job in reproducing this Indian classic in her kitchen, showing that this dish has become an international favorite due to its crisp... - 111.91

Vadakari (spicy Lentil Curry)

Grind the soaked channa dhal with ginger,garlic ,little salt and make a coarse paste. Shape the coarse paste into small vada's and deep fry them. The vada's can be taken out little early and not necessary to fry them till they are golden brown. Scramble the... - 50.4157

Tamarind Sauce

Tamarind Sauce is an irresistible sweet sour combo that is a must try , especially with snacks like samosas, pakoras or fritters. Just try this Tamarind Sauce yourself and let me know if you like it ! - 37.9972

Khatta Meetha Fish Roe

Wash and wipe fish roe. Apply salt, turmeric and sambhar powders and fry in hot oil on both sides. Cool and cut into convenient pieces. Add remaining oil and brown onions. Add tomatoes, coriander and ground masala, stir and fry. Add fish roe, cover and cook... - 45.1727

Hidikavare Saaru

1. Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, once it splutters add and fry onions till golden brown. 2. Add hidikbele and fry in medium flame for 5 minutes, then add tomatoes and fry till they become soft. 3. Add 2 cups of water, cook until hidibele becomes... - 32.6057

Lamb Dal

A dhal is a popular dish in India; the name indicates that the sauce has been thickened with lentils. I usually try and buy 'continental' (or brown) lentils, because they do not disintegrate during cooking and so the final texture of the dish is better. 1. ... - 38.3686

Lentil Rice

GETTING READY 1. In a medium stock pot or saucepan, cover the lentil with double the amount of water and soak for a minimum of 2 hours. 2. If using brown rice, soak the rice with the lentils in the same pot. 3. Just before cooking, drain the water from the... - 48.4915

Indian Khicheri In Ayurvedic Preparation

Do you intend to revamp your taste bud and cook something herbal? Switch to organic food and prepare yummy Khichdi, a mix of rice and dal at home. With Anjali Patak you can cook this Asian delight for a healthy living. - 98.2061

Fried Tuna Fish Pakoras

On the lookout for an appetizer that you can whip up within minutes? Then watch this video and learn to make yummy tuna pakoras that everyone is sure to love! - 105.619

Easy Lime Pickle

This lime pickle goes well with curd rice and other rice varities... - 49.6945

Special Kerala-style Sambar

Someone who is not from Kerala is sure to ask “What is so special about Kerala Sambar?” The answer you are likely to get from someone who is from Kerala is “It’s different from the from the typical Sambars made in the other South Indian states.”... - 121.062

Chettinad Muttai Kuzhambu (chettinad Egg Curry)

Different types of egg curry is made in chettinad. Mostly if it is for lunch poondu vengaya kuzhambu is made and egg is added in the end. In this curry egg will get the hot and sour taste of the gravy. - 49.3802

Savory Stuffed Puri

Fried Stuffed Puris has a fine taste. Fried Stuffed Puris gets its taste from gram lentils and flavored with spices. Fried Stuffed Puris is cherished by many around the world. - 39.6862

Indian Dal Tadka

No Indian meal is complete without this spicy lentil soup or dal tadka. It is a rich source of vegetable protein and you can serve it with rice or Indian flat breads. Often, I cherish a single bowl of lentil soup, by squeezing fresh lemon juice on top. Give... - 116.754

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