Cold Chana Dal With Potatoes Recipe

Summary

Cooking Time1 Hr 0 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyCuisine
CourseMethod
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Chana dal1/2 Cup (16 tbs), cleaned
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 3 peeled slices fresh ginger, about 1 inch in diameter and 1/8 inch thick
 4 new potatoes, boiled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
 Ground pepper1/8 Teaspoon
 1 teaspoon roasted, ground cumin seeds
 2 tablespoons lemon juice, or 3 tablespoons tamarind paste

Directions

Put the dal to boil with 3 cups of water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the ginger slices.
Cover.
Simmer gently for 1 hour.
Drain.
Discard ginger slices.
In a serving bowl, combine the dal, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the remaining ingredients.
Mix well.
To serve: Serve with lamb roast or pork chops.
Indians often eat this as a snack, at tea time.
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