Indian dhal, also known as lentil soup, is a hearty and flavorful dish that is a staple in many Indian households. It is made with lentils, tomatoes, aubergine, and a variety of spices. This delicious and nutritious dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of lentils, tomatoes, and aubergine creates a rich and flavorful broth that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for both experienced and beginner cooks alike.
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AUBERGINE DHAL WITH TOMATO & ONION RAITA
This comforting chickpea and lentil curry provides all five of your 5-a-day. It's spiced with turmeric and ginger and topped with a calcium-rich raita
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Supper
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan and fry the onion, garlic and ginger for 8 mins until softened. Tip in the turmeric, coriander, cumin and chilli and cook for 20 seconds, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in 800ml boiling water, stir in the bouillon, lentils and aubergine, and cover the pan and leave to simmer for 15 mins until the lentils are pulpy. Stir in the chickpeas with their water, if you need a little more liquid, and cook for 5 mins.
- Meanwhile, stir the red onion, coriander, mint and tomatoes with the yogurt to make a raita. Spoon the dhal into two bowls, top with raita and scatter with mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 74 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 21 grams sugar, Fiber 22 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
DAL (INDIAN LENTIL CURRY)
Recipe video below. There are countless variations of Dal all across India. This is a northern Indian version called "dal tadka" that's akin to what is served in Indian restaurants. "Tadka" refers to spices sizzling in hot oil that's poured over the dal. It's dramatic and gives it a flavour bump - but is optional. I include it for company, and leave it out for midweek or if being served alongside other punchy flavoured curries. Heat level in this recipe is mild - just a tickle. If you like it fiery, try leaving in the seeds in the chillies and/or adding some chilli powder. This is a dal that's flavourful to have as a main!
Provided by Nagi
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Soak Lentils: Rinse lentils and leave to soak in plenty of water for 1 hour. Drain in colander.
- Heat ghee/oil in a heavy based saucepan over high heat. Add green chillies and fry for a minute until starting to blister.
- Add onions and fry until softened.
- Lower heat to medium, add garlic, ginger and curry leaves. Cook for 1 minute until garlic starts to turn golden and smells amazing.
- Add tomatoes and cumin, cook until tomatoes start to break down and thicken to a paste - about 2 minutes.
- Add lentils, water, tumeric and salt. Stir, bring to simmer, cover and simmer gently for 1 hour. Stir two or three times during the hour.
- Remove lid and simmer gently for 30 minutes to thicken, stirring every now and then. The dal is ready when it has a consistency like porridge - some lentils should be intact but some have broken down to thicken the sauce.
- Stir through garam masala at the end. Adjust salt if desired.
- Pour over Tadka, if using, and stir through.
- Serve Dal over rice, garnished with a sprig of coriander if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
INDIAN DHAL WITH TOMATO AND AUBERGINE
A wonderful side dish to go with your curry. Dhal (lentils) are an important food in India and are eaten at most meals. This recipe adds a new dimension to Dhal with the added tomato and Eggplant. One of my Indian friends sent me the recipe and I'm very pleased that he did. The preparation and cooking is so simple anyone can cook this.
Provided by Brian Holley
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Boil the lentils with the turmeric in the water till soft. Remove from the Heat and set aside.
- Heat the oil in a small pan and fry the seeds till they splutter.
- Add the green chillies, eggplant, chilli powder and salt.
- Fry for 30 seconds and add the tomato.
- Cook till the tomato and aubergine is soft, add the lemon juice
- Add the lentil mixture to the spiced vegetables, reduce the heat and cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
- Serve as a side to a good curry and enjoy.
INDIAN DHAL
Taken from Charmaine Solomon (she has the most fantastic Asian recipes) this is easy, healthy, comfort food. Great with rice, Indian breads or on its own. Any lentil can be used but red lentils cook quickly and don't need soaking, (if using any other sort soak overnight), I've never tried it with anything other than red lentils. As one reviewer has commented this isn't a spicy Indian dish and therefore makes a great accompaniment / side dish to othe rspicy curries. Also its a great way of introducing children to Indian food (my 4yr loves it) and I'm happy because its full of protein for her.
Provided by Lou van
Categories Lentil
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash lentils thoroughly, remove any that float on the surface, drain well.
- Heat ghee and fry onion, garlic and ginger until onion is golden brown.
- Add turmeric and stir well.
- Add drained lentils and fry for a minute or two, then add hot water and bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until lentils are half cooked.
- Add salt and garam masala, mix well and continue cooking until lentils are soft and the consistency dsimilar to porridge.
- If there is too much liquid leave the lid off the pan to speed evaporation.
- Serve plain or garnished with sliced onion.
SPICY INDIAN DAHL
A spicy Indian lentil soup that can be enjoyed with rice or Naan, the Indian bread. A very healthy dish.
Provided by Rachel
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the lentils by boiling or pressure cooking until lentils are soft. (Pressure cooking is faster.)
- In a skillet heat the oil and add mustard seeds. When mustard seeds begin to flutter, add onions, ginger, jalapeno peppers, and garlic. Saute until the onions and garlic are golden brown. Add coriander and cumin. Add chopped tomatoes. Saute the mixture well until tomatoes are well cooked.
- Add water. Boil 6 minutes. Add cooked lentils, stirring well. Add salt to taste, stirring well. Add finely chopped cilantro and remove from heat. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 12.7 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 11.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
INDIAN DAHL WITH SPINACH
This is a very yummy, authentic dal. For variation, add coconut milk towards the end of cooking. Freezes well.
Provided by Gillian Stevens
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Rinse lentils and soak for 20 minutes.
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil and stir in salt, lentils, turmeric and chili powder. Cover and return to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the spinach and cook 5 minutes, or until lentils are soft. Add more water if necessary.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and saute onions with cumin and mustard seeds, stirring often. Cook until onions are transparent, and then combine with lentils. Stir in garam masala and coconut milk and cook until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 18.3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 692.6 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
Tips:
- For a creamier dhal, use coconut milk or yogurt instead of water.
- Add some chopped spinach or kale for a boost of nutrients.
- Serve with a dollop of plain yogurt and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro.
- If you don't have any eggplant on hand, you can substitute another vegetable, such as zucchini, squash, or potatoes.
- Feel free to experiment with different spices to create your own unique flavor profile.
Conclusion:
Indian dhal is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be an Indian dhal recipe that everyone will love.
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