World Flavors Cookbook

Dal Tadka

Yellow lentils tempered with aromatic spices, garlic, and cumin.

Cuisine: India

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow lentils (toor dal or moong dal)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp ghee or oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green chili, slit
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped
• Fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

1. Pressure cook lentils with turmeric, salt, and 3 cups of water until soft.
2. Heat ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds, garlic, and green chili.
3. Add onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Add tomatoes and cook until soft.
5. Pour the tempered mixture into the cooked dal. Mix well.
6. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with rice or roti.