YELLOW TARKA DAL

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This is a comforting, authentic, East Indian dish that is packed with nutrients, nourishment, and flavor. It is a quick, easy, and economical dish perfect for a cold night. Parathas or rotis is a nice accompaniment. This dish is suitable for vegetarians. Serve over basmati rice garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Provided by Cynthia Ross

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 2h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup yellow dried split peas (chana dal)
1 cup red lentils (masoor dal)
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch asafoetida powder (hing)
water to cover
2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
1 tablespoon oil
½ teaspoon brown mustard seeds
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Place split peas in a container. Cover with water. Let soak, at least 2 hours. Drain.
  • Combine split peas and red lentils in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Pour in enough water to cover by 2 inches. Season with turmeric, sea salt, and asafoetida. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until dal is the consistency of porridge.
  • Heat ghee and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin; cook until starting to pop, about 30 seconds. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until tarka is very dark brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve tarka over dal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.1 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 16.4 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 14.1 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 95.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Mr Zilla Ali
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This is now my go-to dal recipe.


Md Mamun Poramanik
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Carlos Simmonds
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This dal is so flavorful and satisfying.


willie sims
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I love the addition of the crispy onions.


Angela Zangara
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Perfect for a weeknight meal.


KCDASH4400cw
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Delicious and comforting.


Thembisile Mazibuko
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This was my first time making dal, and it turned out great! I was surprised at how easy it was to make, and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Hilde van Schelt
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and quick to make, and the results are always delicious. I often make it when I'm short on time or don't feel like cooking something elaborate.


Onneetse Phorome
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This dal was delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt. Other than that, it was perfect.


Onye Buchi
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I'm not usually a fan of dal, but this recipe changed my mind! The yellow lentils were so creamy and flavorful, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I loved the addition of the tomatoes and spinach, which added a nice freshness to the dish. I'll d


Malak Fouda
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This yellow tarka dal was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and comforting, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the ghee and the crispy onions, which really took the dish to the next level. I'll defi