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Dal Tadka
Red lentils cook with turmeric and garam masala, then finish with a sizzling cumin-garlic tempering.
Medium⏱️ 50 min📖 1 min readServes 4~340 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 35 min cook
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 50 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the dal
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) red lentils
- 5 su bardağı(~1000 ml) water
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) turmeric
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) salt
- 1 adet tomatoes
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Garam masala
For the tadka
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) neutral oil
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) cumin seeds
- 4 diş garlic
- 2 adet red pepper
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) ground red pepper
For serving
- 0.3 demet cilantro
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the lentils and soak them in hot water for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 2
Put the lentils, water, turmeric, and salt in a pot.
- 3
Cook for 25 minutes, until the lentils open and thicken.
25 min25:00 - 4
Add the chopped tomato and garam masala and simmer for 5 more minutes.
5 min05:00 - 5
Heat the oil in a separate pan and crackle the cumin seeds for 30 seconds.
30 sec00:30 - 6
Add the garlic and dried red chilies and fry for 1 minute without burning.
1 min01:00 - 7
Pour the tadka over the hot dal and serve with cilantro.
💡 Tip: Pouring the tadka over the lentils at the last moment keeps the garlic and cumin aroma vivid.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with basmati rice, chapati, and lime wedges.
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- Protein source
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~340
kcal calories
17
g protein
46
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 54%Fat 26%
GI 20 · Low GIGL 9 · Low GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Dal Tadka make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Dal Tadka take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 35 minutes; 50 minutes in total.Is Dal Tadka difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Dal Tadka have?
Approximately 340 kcal per serving. Protein: 17g, carbs: 46g, fat: 10g.Is Dal Tadka allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Dal Tadka belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.How many ingredients does Dal Tadka need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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