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Simple Vegan Yellow Dal

Name: Simple Vegan Yellow Dal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: indian, bangladeshi
Ingredients: 1.5 cup split pigeon pea rinsed; 4 cup water; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 0.5 tsp mustard seed; 0.5 tsp cumin seed; 2 clove garlic minced; 1 tsp ginger grated; 1 pcs green chili slit lengthwise; 2 tbsp cilantro fresh, chopped (optional)

This comforting and nutritious yellow dal recipe features split pigeon peas simmered with aromatic spices. It's a staple side dish that is both hearty and flavorful, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 40 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 329 kcal

VeganVegetarianGluten-free

Allergen information: may contain mustard. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

1.5 cupsplit pigeon pea, rinsed
4 cupwater
0.5 tspturmeric powder
1 tspsalt

tarka

2 tbspvegetable oil
0.5 tspmustard seed
0.5 tspcumin seed
2 clovegarlic, minced
1 tspginger, grated
1 pcsgreen chili, slit lengthwise

garnish

2 tbspcilantro, fresh, chopped(optional)

Equipment

small pan · pot

The method

Step by step

1
Combine the split pigeon peas, water, turmeric powder, and salt in a medium pot.
About 2 min
2
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes, or until the dal is tender and creamy.
About 28 min
Cook’s note: Skim off any foam that rises to the surface during the initial boiling.
3
While the dal simmers, prepare the tarka by heating the vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat.
About 1 min
4
Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter for about 30 seconds.
About 1 min
5
Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chili. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
6
Pour the prepared tarka directly into the simmering dal.
Cook’s note: The sizzling sound is normal and indicates the flavors are infusing.
7
Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
About 3 min
8
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if using, before serving.

Per serving

Nutrition

78%Score

Calories: 328.8kcal
Protein: 16.9g
Carbs: 48.7g
Fat: 8.4g
Fibre: 11.6g
Sugar: 3.2g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover dal in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of water if needed to adjust consistency.