YELLOW DAL
Steps:
- 1 - Spread the dal out on a plate or tray and do a quick look through for any stones etc. Wash the dal in several changes of water, and If you have the time - soak the dal for an hour or more. 2 - Place dal and water in a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Most dals will froth a bit when they heat up - so skim off as much froth as you can, and then put in the 1tsp ghee or oil. This will stop the frothing. Add the tumeric and salt and turn heat to medium low and cook partially covered between 20 minutes to an hour till the dal is the texture you want it at. For example if you have used pink lentils, and soaked them - they will be done in about 20 minutes and will have a slightly chunky texture - but if you cook them another 20 minutes - they will be almost smooth. When the dal is almost cooked to you liking, add water if you want a thin soupy mixture, or raise the heat to boil off excess water if you like it thick. 3 - When the dal is almost done - take a small skillet and heat the ghee or butter and oil mixture in it over medium high heat. When hot, put in the cumin seed, and when it sizzles, the ginger, then the onion and minced chilli. Fry till the onion picks up some goledn flecks and add the pepper to the mixture. At this point, if you want it spicy - add the optional Garam Masala and cayenne. Cook for 1/2 a minute and then pour the contents of the skillet into the pot of boiled dal. 4 - Let this simmer for a minute or two, and then taste for salt, and spices. Adjust as necessary, sprinkle with the cilantro and serve. Keeps well for about 4 days in the fridge.
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Thanu Lakshani
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. It was a complete disappointment.
KIVUMBI VICENT
[email protected]This recipe is a waste of time. The ingredients are expensive and the dal is not even that good.
Danyele Blount
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The lentils were undercooked and the spices were all wrong. I don't recommend this recipe to anyone.
Dania Safina
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my dal didn't turn out as thick as I expected. Not sure what went wrong.
Christopher Wells
[email protected]The dal was a bit bland for my taste, but it was still a good recipe. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.
Inesha Mazzi
[email protected]This dal was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be perfect for someone who enjoys a bit of heat.
Donna Carlton
[email protected]Delicious and easy to make! I added a bit of extra ginger and garlic to give it a bit of a kick.
Jane Elsa
[email protected]This is the best yellow dal recipe I've ever tried! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were perfectly balanced.
Delmy Bonilla
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dal turned out great! It was flavorful and comforting, perfect for a cold winter day.
Hukab Dily wall
[email protected]This yellow dal was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness from the carrots. Definitely a keeper!
Yaimylee Cruz
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of dal, but this recipe changed my mind! The combination of lentils, spices, and vegetables was simply delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Uniq Bahadur
[email protected]This yellow dal recipe was a hit with my family! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. I especially loved the addition of turmeric and ginger, which gave the dish a warm and comforting flavor.