Yellow Dal Fry Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and soak the yellow lentils for 30 minutes.
• STEP 2.Pressure cook the lentils with water, turmeric powder, and salt until soft.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and garlic.
• STEP 4.Saute until onions turn golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.
• STEP 5.Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
• STEP 6.Add the cooked lentils and mix well. Adjust the consistency by adding water if needed.
• STEP 7.Simmer for 5-10 minutes until the flavors blend together.
• STEP 8.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

• Soaking the lentils helps in reducing the cooking time.
• You can add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) while tempering for extra flavor.
• For a creamier texture, you can add a tablespoon of ghee or butter at the end.

Storage and Serving

• Yellow Dal Fry can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the dal on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
• Serve the dal hot with steamed rice, jeera rice, or roti.