BENGALI DAL

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I don't recall from who or where this recipe came from. If anyone would happen to know, zmail me and I will credit. It is a bit thinner than the usual dal. It is to be served as a soup, rather than a side dish. The spice/heat is barely detectable. You can adjust yours to taste.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Lentil

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup split mung dal, rinsed
7 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 1/2 tablespoons mustard oil
1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi)
1/2 teaspoon mango powder (amchur)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon garam masala

Steps:

  • Place moong dal, water, salt, turmeric and mustard oil in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until dal is tender.
  • Stir in fenugreek, mango powder, coriander, onion and garlic powders, cayenne, and garam masala.
  • Simmer 20 minutes more. Serve garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.1, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 589.7, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 10, Sugar 0.7, Protein 8.4

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