Daal is the most popular vegetarian dish in India. In northern India it is eaten with bread such as Chapati, and in the south, it is eaten with rice. It is difficult to imagine an Indian meal without Daal. There is a vast choice of lentils that can be used to cook Daal.This recipe uses tiny red lentils (masoor) that are particularly tasty and easy to find. With my Daal Masala , you are just one step away from cooking authentic Daal at home.      

         

Daal is an excellent side dish for all Indian meals, but can also be very satisfying on its own, especially if eaten with Chapati. It is also great when served as a starter instead of soup . Nothing is easier and as comforting as making a pot of Daal in one simple step. Daal also has great nutritional value and will without doubt, become one of your favorite health foods. All of my recipes and spice blends are original creations and use a minimum of fat, sugar and salt. Healthy, tasty food starts here. Taste the difference!

 

This recipe is for 6 to 8 portions, but you can easily make just a half recipe for 3 to 4 portions.

  

INGREDIENTS

 

* 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of vegetable oil (canola)

* 1 large onion (chopped)

* 360 ml (1 1/2 cups) of little dried lentils (masoor)

* 1800 ml (7 1/2cups) of water

* 30 ml (2 tablespoons) of Daal Masala by ohmasala.com

* 5 ml (1 teaspoon) of salt

* 796 ml (28 oz can) of diced tomatoes

* 240 ml (1 cup) of stems and leaves of well rinsed and chopped cilantro

 

PROCEDURE

 

* In a pan, lightly colour the chopped onion with the vegetable oil on medium heat.

* Add 20 ml of Daal Masala and ÂĽ of the diced tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes while stirring.

* Add the lentils, water, salt and the rest of the diced tomatoes.

* Bring to a boil and let cook for 10 minutes.

* Turn the heat down to low and let simmer (semi covered) for 30 minutes.

* Add the other 10 ml of Daal Masala and let simmer for 15 minutes.

* If needed, 5 minutes before serving, reheat on high heat.

* Serve in bowls and top with freshly chopped cilantro.

 

 

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