Dal & Lentil Recipes
Dal Fry
A simple and comforting dal fry prepared with lentils, tomatoes, garlic and a fragrant spice tempering.
Total
35 min
Serves
4
Level
Easy
Ingredients
- Toor dal 1 cup
- Onion 1
- Tomato 2
- Garlic 5 cloves
- Green chilli
- Oil or ghee
- Salt
- Coriander
Spices Used
- Turmeric ½ tsp
- Cumin 1 tsp
- Mustard seeds ½ tsp
- Chilli powder ½ tsp
- Hing pinch
Method
- Cook dal with turmeric.
- Saute onion, garlic and chilli.
- Add tomatoes and spices.
- Add cooked dal and simmer until creamy.
- Finish with coriander and a fresh tadka.
Chef’s note
A second tempering just before serving adds extra aroma.
Disclaimer note
Add a delicious finishing touch to your Dal Fry with Vandu Masale, bringing aromatic spice flavours to this everyday Indian comfort food.
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