About
Dal and Rice is a popular dish in India and other parts of South Asia. It is a combination of lentils (dal) cooked with rice. The dish is usually served with a variety of accompaniments such as pickles, chutneys, and yogurt. It is a nutritious and filling meal that is easy to make. Dal and Rice is a staple in many Indian households and is often served as part of a larger meal.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
3.7
Fats
19.6
Carbs
1.0
Fibre
1.2
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Recipe
Ingredients
split pigeon peas (toor dal)
1 cup
basmati rice
1 cup
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
red chili powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
oil
2 tablespoons
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
onion, chopped
1
tomatoes, chopped
2
green chili, chopped
1
lemon juice
1 teaspoon
chopped cilantro
1/4 cup
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the toor dal and basmati rice in separate bowls for 30 minutes.
Step 2:
Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Step 3:
Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown.
Step 4:
Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a few seconds.
Step 5:
Add the chopped tomatoes and green chili and sauté for a few minutes.
Step 6:
Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, coriander powder, and salt. Sauté for a few minutes.
Step 7:
Add the soaked toor dal and basmati rice and mix well.
Step 8:
Add 2 cups of water and mix well.
Step 9:
Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 3 whistles.
Step 10:
Once the pressure is released, open the lid and fluff the dal and rice with a fork.
Step 11:
Add the lemon juice and chopped cilantro and mix well.
Step 12:
Serve hot with your favorite accompaniment.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 16867 users have chowed down on Dal and Rice a whopping 27576 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
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How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 16867 users have chowed down on Dal and Rice a whopping 27576 times.
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