Authentic Dal Fry Recipe - Indian Vegetarian Delight
Authentic Indian Vegetarian recipe — Dal fry. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow lentils (toor dal) (soaked for at least 30 minutes)
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons ghee or oil (for tempering)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch ginger (grated)
- 2 medium tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander (chopped, for garnish)
- salt to taste
Instructions
6 steps
Prepare the lentils
In a large pot, add soaked toor dal and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until lentils are soft.
Cook for about 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked.Make the tempering
In a separate pan, heat ghee or oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
This enhances the flavor of the dal.Sauté onions and spices
Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger to the pan. Sauté until onions are golden brown.
Stir frequently to prevent burning.Add tomatoes and spices
Stir in chopped tomatoes, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
This forms the base for the dal.Combine dal and tempering
Add the cooked dal to the tempering mixture. Stir well and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Adjust consistency with water as needed.Finish and serve
Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
Serve hot with rice or naan.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
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About This Dish
Authentic Dal Fry Recipe - Indian Vegetarian Delight is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine.
Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can substitute with masoor dal or green lentils, but cooking times may vary.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
