How to Cook Dal
Prepare the lentils by washing under cold water in a large bowl., Put the lentils in a deep pan or large pot and cover with 2 qt., Add the garlic, ginger, turmeric, chopped chiles, and a pinch of salt to the lentils., Simmer gently on low heat for...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Prepare the lentils by washing under cold water in a large bowl.
Drain the water and repeat until the water runs clear. -
Step 2: Put the lentils in a deep pan or large pot and cover with 2 qt.
(2 L) of water.
Bring the water to a boil and skim off any scum that rises to the surface with a wood spoon. , Reduce the heat and cover with a lid, leaving the lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape. , The lentils should be creamy and smooth by the end of the cooking process.
Add small amounts of boiling water at the end if you would prefer a thinner texture for the dal. , Simmer for an additional 15 minutes. , Stir the shallots until they are golden brown and slightly crispy, then add the cumin, mustard seeds and crushed chili flakes.
Stir the ingredients gently until the mustard seeds begin to pop. , Stir all of the ingredients until they are well combined. , -
Step 3: Add the garlic
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Step 4: ginger
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Step 5: turmeric
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Step 6: chopped chiles
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Step 7: and a pinch of salt to the lentils.
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Step 8: Simmer gently on low heat for roughly 1 1/2 hours
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Step 9: stirring occasionally.
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Step 10: Add the two whole chiles to the dal with a pinch of salt.
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Step 11: Heat the ghee or peanut oil in a frying pan over medium high heat and add the shallots.
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Step 12: Combine the cooked lentils to the shallots and spice mixture.
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Step 13: Top the finished dal with the cilantro leaves and serve.
Detailed Guide
Drain the water and repeat until the water runs clear.
(2 L) of water.
Bring the water to a boil and skim off any scum that rises to the surface with a wood spoon. , Reduce the heat and cover with a lid, leaving the lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape. , The lentils should be creamy and smooth by the end of the cooking process.
Add small amounts of boiling water at the end if you would prefer a thinner texture for the dal. , Simmer for an additional 15 minutes. , Stir the shallots until they are golden brown and slightly crispy, then add the cumin, mustard seeds and crushed chili flakes.
Stir the ingredients gently until the mustard seeds begin to pop. , Stir all of the ingredients until they are well combined. ,
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