Indian Dal 🍲 Health Benefits & Easy Recipe | Nutritious & Delicious #HealthyEating #indiancuisines

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: ghee

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat while being more accessible.

Rinse lentils under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak lentils in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Boil lentils in a pot with water until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped onion and cook until golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, coriander powder, and salt; cook until tomatoes soften.

Combine boiled lentils with the onion-tomato mixture; stir well.

Simmer for 10 minutes, adding water for desired consistency.

Stir in garam masala and lemon juice; cook for another 2 minutes.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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