Dal Bhat

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 lentils under cold water until water runs clear.

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

In a separate pot, boil rice in water until fluffy, around 15-20 minutes.

Heat mustard oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

Stir in chopped onions and sauté until golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Incorporate seasonal vegetables and cook until tender, about 5-10 minutes.

Season with salt and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Serve lentils and rice on a plate with vegetable curry on the side.

Drizzle with ghee or olive oil and a squeeze of lemon before serving.

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