Tomato Dal Tadka Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Tomato Dal Tadka is a comforting and flavorful lentil dish made with pigeon peas, tomatoes, and spices. It is a popular North Indian recipe that is often served with rice or roti. The lentils are cooked until soft and then tempered with spices like cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. The addition of tomatoes gives it a tangy and slightly sweet taste. It is a simple and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed by everyone.

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Ingredients for Tomato Dal Tadka Recipe

  • 0.13 cup Toor Dal
  • 1/4 Onion, Chopped
  • 1/2 Tomatoes, Chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon Oil
  • 0.13 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 0.13 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • as per your need A Few Curry Leaves
  • 0.06 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 0.13 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • as per your need Fresh Coriander Leaves For Garnish

Directions: Tomato Dal Tadka Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Pressure cook the lentils with water until soft.
  • STEP 2.In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.
  • STEP 3.Add chopped onions and cook until golden.
  • STEP 4.Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
  • STEP 5.Add the cooked lentils and simmer for a few minutes.
  • STEP 6.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

  • You can use any variety of lentils like toor dal, masoor dal, or moong dal.
  • Adjust the spice level according to your preference.
  • For a creamier texture, you can add a tablespoon of ghee.

Storage and Serving

  • Tomato Dal Tadka can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat before serving.
  • Serve it hot with rice or roti.
Nutrition
value
272
calories per serving
9 g Fat13 g Protein34 g Carbs9 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    9g
  • Protein
    13g
  • Carbs
    34g
  • Fiber
    9g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    34g
  • Protein
    13g
  • Fiber
    9g

Fats

  • Fat
    9g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    87mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    1770mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    93mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    51mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    103mg
  • Manganese
    3mg
  • Phosphorus
    207mg
  • Selenium
    8mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp