Easy Tarka masoor dhal recipe - heartwarming comfort food by Afza Majid

masoor dal

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are nutritious and split peas are often less expensive.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being a healthier fat.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño provides heat while bell pepper can add sweetness.

garam masala

🥗Healthier: curry powder

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Curry powder can be a more accessible spice blend.

Wash 1 cup of masoor dal until the water runs clear.

Soak the dal for a while, then drain it.

Crush the garlic and set aside.

Heat oil in a pan and add crushed garlic.

Add salt and red chilies to the pan and mix well.

Add the soaked dal to the pan and stir.

Add water to the dal and cook until tender, checking occasionally.

In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds and sliced onion to make the tempering.

Once the onion is browned, add it on top of the cooked dal along with garam masala and coriander powder.

Serve hot with roti or boiled rice.

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