Diabetic Meal - Bengali Doi Posto | Cholar Dal | Rice - Healthy Recipes by Archana's Kitchen

chana dal

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: yellow lentils

Split peas are more affordable and provide similar texture.

mustard oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

fresh coriander leaves

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can provide a fresh flavor, while dried herbs are cost-effective.

Soak chana dal in water for at least 30 minutes.

Drain the soaked dal and rinse under cold water.

Boil the dal in water until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat until it smokes slightly.

Add cumin seeds, bay leaves, and dried red chilies to the oil.

Sauté spices until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in grated ginger and chopped green chilies; cook for 1 minute.

Add the boiled dal to the tempered spices, mixing well.

Stir in turmeric powder, salt, and sugar; simmer for 5 minutes.

Add grated coconut and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

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