"Indian Daal Dal Dhal Recipe" "Yellow Peas" "Lentils" "Soup Recipes" [ASMR]

split lentils

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pigeon peas

Black beans provide protein while being more affordable.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Curry powder is often more accessible and offers a similar flavor profile.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being a healthier fat.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat, while jalapeño provides a similar spice.

Rinse 250 grams of yellow peas under cold water.

Boil the peas in 1 liter of water.

Add 2 cloves of garlic and 1 teaspoon of ginger powder to the boiling peas.

Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt and mix well.

Cover the pot and cook on medium heat until the peas become soft and mushy.

In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of corn oil and add half an onion to fry until brown.

Add cumin seeds when the onion is brown.

Once the tomato has melted, mix everything into the dal.

Add 1 teaspoon of ground cumin and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Finish by adding a handful of fresh cilantro before serving.

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