Masoor Dal Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Red lentils | 1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs) (masoor dal) | |
| Water | 1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs) | |
| Onion | 1 Medium | |
| Tomatoes | 1 Medium, crushed | |
| Olive oil | 5 Tablespoon | |
| Tomato paste | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Ginger garlic paste | 1 Teaspoon, crushed | |
| Paprika | 2 Teaspoon | |
| Fresh coriander leaves | 2 Teaspoon, finely chopped | |
| Salt | 1 1⁄2 Teaspoon | |
| Garam masala | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Green chili | 1 Medium, finely chopped | |
| Chili powder | 3⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Turmeric powder | 1⁄2 Teaspoon |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 315 Calories from Fat 116
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13 g20.2%
Saturated Fat 1.8 g9.1%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 552.4 mg23%
Total Carbohydrates 36 g12.1%
Dietary Fiber 10.5 g41.9%
Sugars 3.6 g
Protein 14 g27.3%
Vitamin A 28.3% Vitamin C 25.9%
Calcium 4.7% Iron 16%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
1. Wash the lentils in cold water and soak until required.
MAKING
2. In a pan, add oil , saute the ginger, garlic and onions until golden brown.
3. Add the crushed tomatoes, the tomato paste, all the spices and mix well.
4. Add 1/2 cup of hot water and stir well.
5. Drain the lentils and stir into the pan.
6. Add another 1/2 cup of hot water, mix well and simmer covered on a medium to low heat for 15-20 minutes.
SERVING
7. Serve the dish with white boiled or steamed rice or rotis, garnished with cut tomatoes and chopped corriander if you like.
Editors Review
Here is a rich curry, which can be prepared in minutes! Check out Masoor dal. A very common dish in Indian households, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare. This is served with cooked rice. Add a vegetable dish to it and you get a complete meal.Chef
