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Dal Tadka
A staple in every Indian household, Dal Tadka is a comforting lentil dish that hits the spot. Its smoky flavor from the tempering makes it irresistible.
Ready in 30 minutes · serves 4 · 220 calories per serving · indian cuisine.
30
min total
4
servings
220
cal / serving
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Ingredients
- 1 cupyellow lentils
- 1 smallonion
- 1 mediumtomato
- 1 inchginger
- 2 clovesgarlic
- 1 teaspooncumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoonturmeric
- 2 tablespoonscooking oil
- to tastesalt
Instructions
- 01
Boil lentils in water until soft, mash them lightly.
- 02
In a pan, heat oil and sauté onions until golden.
- 03
Add ginger, garlic, and tomato, cooking until soft.
- 04
Stir in cooked lentils, turmeric, cumin, and salt.
- 05
Simmer for a few minutes and serve hot with rice or roti.
