MASOOR DAL (SPICED RED LENTILS)
What I have come to understand is that how food looks as you prepare it can make as much difference to the cook as it does, on the plate, to the person who gets to eat it. When the skies are drab and life feels a little gray, I am absurdly cheered by the fresh brightness of a vibrantly orange dal, a red lentil stew spiced with turmeric, chili and ginger, and colored with sweet potatoes and tomatoes. Just seeing that mixture in the pan lifts my spirits. It helps that a dal is simple to make: a bit of chopping and the stew all but cooks itself. And it can be made in advance and then reheated, always a bonus. This dal makes a wonderful, exuberant partner to broiled salmon, but I love it without meat, too, when I partner it with my "bright rice."
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories easy, side dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, heat oil, and sauté onion until softened. Add sweet potato, and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add minced ginger and garlic; stir, and reduce heat to low.
- Finely dice chili, keeping seeds if you wish to add more heat. Add chili, lentils, coriander, cumin, turmeric and ground ginger to pan. Stir until lentils are well coated with oil. Add tomatoes and 4 cups water. Raise heat to bring to a boil, then reduce heat until mixture is at a fast simmer. Cook uncovered until lentils and potatoes are soft, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt, and continue to simmer until mixture has thickened, about 10 minutes. Whisk dal to amalgamate lentils and sweet potatoes. If dal is too soupy, increase heat and cook for a little longer.
- To serve, place dal in a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. If desired, shave thin strips of fresh coconut on top. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 195, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 299 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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FATIMA Omarie
[email protected]This is the best masoor dal recipe I've ever tried! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I've already made it several times and it's always a hit.
Tasha Long
[email protected]This dal was okay, but I've had better. The lentils were a bit undercooked and the flavor was a bit bland.
Naveed Haider
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The lentils were mushy and the spices were all wrong. I had to throw it out and start over.
Lee Hayouri
[email protected]This dal was a bit too spicy for me. I had to tone down the spices a bit to make it palatable.
Gemus
[email protected]I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this dal. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I often make it as a side dish for chicken or fish.
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[email protected]This is my go-to masoor dal recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the creamy texture and the rich flavor.
MR Rashed
[email protected]The dal was good, but I think I overcooked the lentils a bit. Next time, I'll be more careful with the cooking time.
mdsohel molla
[email protected]This recipe was a lifesaver! I was craving dal but didn't have a lot of time to cook. This recipe was quick and easy to make, and it turned out delicious. Thanks!
Brian Hollis
[email protected]The dal was a bit bland for my taste. I had to add more spices and salt to make it flavorful. Otherwise, the recipe was easy to follow and the lentils were cooked perfectly.
Lily Thompson
[email protected]This dal was flavorful and easy to make. I used a mix of red and yellow lentils, and it turned out perfectly. Served it with rice and yogurt, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
gasser Tammam
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The spices and aromatics really elevated the dish. Will definitely be making this again!
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[email protected]Followed the recipe and the dal turned out great! The flavors were well-balanced and the lentils were cooked perfectly. My family loved it!
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[email protected]This masoor dal recipe was a hit! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the spices were just right. I added a bit of extra garlic and ginger, and it turned out delicious. Will definitely be making this again!