About
Masur Dal is popular in Indian cuisine. It is a small, yellow-orange dal that can be cooked with various spices and served with rice or roti. It has a nutty flavor and is often used in soups, stews, curries, and other dishes. It is also used to make dosa, cheela - types of Indian pancakes. Masur Dal is a great source of plant-based protein and is a great addition to any vegetarian or vegan diet.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
25.1
Fats
59.0
Carbs
0.7
Fibre
10.3
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Recipe
Ingredients
masur dal
1 cup
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
oil
2 tablespoons
onion, finely chopped
1
green chillies, finely chopped
2
tomato, finely chopped
1
Salt to taste
water
2 cups
chopped coriander leaves
2 tablespoons
Directions
Step 1:
Wash and soak the masur dal in water for 15 minutes.
Step 2:
Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Step 3:
Add the chopped onion and sauté till it turns golden brown.
Step 4:
Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
Step 5:
Add the chopped tomatoes and sauté for 2 minutes.
Step 6:
Add the turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder and garam masala and sauté for a minute.
Step 7:
Add the soaked masur dal and 2 cups of water.
Step 8:
Add salt to taste and mix well.
Step 9:
Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 3-4 whistles.
Step 10:
Once the pressure is released, open the lid and mash the dal lightly.
Step 11:
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or roti.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 51152 users have chowed down on Masur Dal a whopping 102033 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Masur Dal, our users are head over heels in may, june, but the interest cools down in january.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Masur Dal is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 51152 users have chowed down on Masur Dal a whopping 102033 times.
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