Dhal - Lentil Puree

Per serving

297.1kcal
16.5гProteins
7.8гFats
42.6гCarbs

Dhal is an easy tasty dish to make. If this is the first time you have eaten Dhal you might like to serve it with another Indian dish. You can eat Dhal with boiled rice, Indian breads or just by itself. This is a great budget stretcher.

Ingredients

3 serv.
  • red lentil1 cup
  • ghee or oil1 1⁄2 tablespoons
  • onion1

    finely sliced

  • garlic2

    finely chopped

  • fresh gingerroot1 teaspoon

    finely chopped

  • ground turmeric1⁄2 teaspoon
  • water3 cups
  • salt

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Wash lentils thoroughly, removing those that float on the surface.

  2. 2

    Drain well.

  3. 3

    Heat ghee or oil and fry onion, garlic and ginger until onion is golden.

  4. 4

    Add turmeric and stir well.

  5. 5

    Add drained lentils and fry for 1-2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add water, lower heat, cover and cook for 15 minutes.

  7. 7

    Add salt to taste, mix thoroughly and continue cooking until lentils are soft and the consistency is thick, similar to porridge.

  8. 8

    Serve Dhal plain or garnish with sliced onion, fried until golden brown.

Source: food.com
Original recipe

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