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Indian Masoor Dal
Red lentils simmer with turmeric, tomato, garlic, ginger, cumin, chile, and a warm spiced oil finish.
Easy⏱️ 40 min📖 1 min readServes 4~360 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation
12 min prep 28 min cook
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 40 min- Prep12 min
- Cooking28 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the dal
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Red lentils
- 2 Tomatoes
- 1 Dry onion
- 3 clove Garlic
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Fresh ginger
- 4.5 cup(~900 ml) Water
For the spice mix
- 0.8 tsp(~4 ml) Turmeric
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cumin seeds
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Red pepper flakes
For cooking
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Neutral oil
General
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Lemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the red lentils until the water runs clear.
- 2
Put the lentils, water, turmeric, and half of the salt in a pot.
- 3
Cook the lentils for 18 minutes, until soft and beginning to break down.
18 min18:00 - 4
Finely chop the onion, tomatoes, garlic, and ginger.
- 5
Bloom the cumin seeds in the oil for 30 seconds, then cook the onion for 5 minutes.
5 min05:30 - 6
Add the garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and red pepper flakes, then cook for 6 minutes into a sauce.
6 min06:00 - 7
Stir the sauce into the lentils, boil together for 4 minutes, and serve with lemon juice.
4 min04:00
💡 Tip: Rinse the lentils until the foam is gone; the dal will have a brighter color and a cleaner taste.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve masoor dal hot with basmati rice, lemon wedges, and fresh cilantro.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~360
kcal calories
18
g protein
48
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 54%Fat 26%
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 Indian Masoor Dal make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Indian Masoor Dal take?
Prep 12 minutes, cooking 28 minutes; 40 minutes in total.Is Indian Masoor Dal difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Indian Masoor Dal have?
Approximately 360 kcal per serving. Protein: 18g, carbs: 48g, fat: 10g.Is Indian Masoor Dal allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Indian Masoor Dal belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.How many ingredients does Indian Masoor Dal need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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