Palak Daal Tadka/ Dhaba Style/ Spinach Lentil Curry (Aparna’s MAGIC episode 553)

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: ghee

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

split yellow lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: red lentils

Red lentils cook faster and are often less expensive.

garam masala

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Curry powder is a more accessible spice blend.

spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Kale is a nutritious and often cheaper leafy green.

Heat ghee in a pan until melted.

Add cumin seeds and asafoetida; let them crackle.

Add chopped garlic and fry until fragrant.

Add chopped onion and chopped tomato; cook for 5-6 minutes.

Stir in turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, and salt; mix well.

Add chopped spinach and cook for another 5-6 minutes until wilted.

Mix in boiled tur dal and add a little water; let simmer for 7-8 minutes.

Add chopped coriander leaves and mix gently.

In a separate tarka pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, chopped garlic, and red dry chili; sauté.

Pour the tarka over the dal and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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