7 Easy Dal Recipes That Need Less Than 20 Minutes

By Ujjainee Roy

October 31st, 2023

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Nothing works like a hearty dal to lift your spirits at the end of the day. Try these easy, fast dal recipes that can come together in 20 minutes or less!

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Dal Fry

A simple dal fry made with toor dal can be ready in 15 minutes and only need 8-9 whistles on medium flame. Make sure you have some haldi, ghee and garlic ready

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Dhuli Moong Dal

It's no secret that moong dal cooks the quickest. Cooked in a mix of onion, tomatoes, cumin seeds, ghee and spices, this hearty dal keeps in the fridge for 3-4 days

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Split Pea/Bengali Motor Dal

It's easy to incorporate veggies and greens into this simple dal and it can be ready in under 20 minutes. Use Chana if you can't find split pea

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Urad & Chana Dal

This delicious number is may need some prior assembly since needs two deals, cumin seeds, asafoetida, coriander powder, chillies and pepper. Try to keep the spices prepped.

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Ghiya Chana Dal

The wholesome lauki and the dash of ghee elevates the dal to a hearty one-pot meal, Pair it with tawa rotis and some achaar

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Dhaba-Style Dal

This delicious, creamy dal can come together in under 20 minutes and goes well with everything. Use urad dal for this and finish off with a crackling tadka!

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Microwave Dal

This is a light, creamy dal that can be cooked in a microwave in 20 minutes. Keep checking on the dal so it doesn't overcook and top it off with dry garlic flakes

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