dal bhat recipe for beginners

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas are often more affordable and cook faster.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: sunflower oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Sunflower oil is a neutral alternative.

vegetable curry

🥗Healthier: stir-fried vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often less expensive and convenient.

Rinse dal under cold water until water runs clear.

Boil dal in a pot with water and turmeric until soft, about 20-30 minutes.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in ginger garlic paste; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped tomato and cook until tender.

Season with salt and garnish with chopped cilantro.

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