How to make Daal Palak | Dal Palak Recipe| दाल पलक |Easy Lentils with Spinach | By Kashmiri Zaika

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: ghee

Olive oil provides healthier fats, while ghee adds a rich flavor.

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are more nutritious, while split peas are often less expensive.

Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

In a pot, combine lentils and water, then bring to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat cooking oil over medium heat and add cumin seeds until they sizzle.

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

Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes.

Mix in turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt; stir well to combine.

Add the cooked lentils to the pan and mix thoroughly with the spices.

Fold in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Sprinkle garam masala over the top and stir to combine.

Remove from heat and add lemon juice for brightness.

Serve hot with rice or flatbread.

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