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Irresistible Yellow Dal

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A heartwarming recipe for creamy yellow dal, combining earthy lentils and fragrant spices for a comforting experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 9 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ tablespoon ground coriander
  • ½ tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 1½ cups yellow lentils, rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Cooked rice, for serving
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
  3. Add the rinsed yellow lentils, stirring to coat them in the spice mixture, and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 25–30 minutes.
  5. Stir in the ground turmeric, cinnamon, and fresh lemon juice. Season with salt and let it simmer for an extra 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle the yellow dal over cooked rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Keep the pot partially covered while cooking to avoid splatter. Adjust consistency with more stock or water if needed.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/yellow-dal/

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