Subj : Urad Dal (Black Lentil Dal)
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From : Ben Collver
Date : Fri Mar 08 2024 08:52:34

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      Title: Urad Dal (Black Lentil Dal)
 Categories: Indian
      Yield: 6 Servings
 
      2 c  Whole urad dal (400 g);
           -soaked 6-8 hours, drained
           -and rinsed
      6 c  Water
      2 ts Salt; or to taste
      1 tb Coconut or neutral flavored
           -oil
      1 lg Onion; small dice
      4 cl Garlic; minced
      2 tb Fresh ginger (1-1/2");
           -minced
      1    Chile; up to 2, minced,
           -seeded if desired
      1 tb Curry powder
      1 ts Garam masala
  1 1/2 c  Tomatoes; diced -OR-
     15 oz Can diced tomatoes
    1/2 c  Shredded coconut
    1/4 c  Lemon juice; fresh squeezed
    1/2 c  Cilantro; chopped
           Basmati rice; for serving
 
  Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  Cook Time: 45 minutes
  Total Time: 55 minutes
  
  A refreshingly gingery and curry spiced black lentil (urad) dal. This
  recipe is easy to make, has a pantry friendly ingredient list, and is
  super healthy!
  
  Cook the lentils:
  
  In a large stock pot, add soaked and rinsed lentils and 6 cups of
  water. Add 2 ts of salt and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a
  simmer and then cook partially covered for 30 minutes.
  
  Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Melt the oil, and
  add the onion and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 7-9 minutes, or until
  the onions are golden and translucent. Add the garlic, ginger, and
  chiles and sauté an additional 1-2 minutes. Add the curry powder and
  garam masala and stir to coat, for about 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
  
  When the lentils are soft, add the tomato, shredded coconut, and the
  onion mixture to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook another 5-10
  minutes uncovered, until desired consistency. If at any point the dal
  gets too dry, you can always add more water.
  
  Squeeze in lemon juice, taste, adjust seasoning if desired. Add the
  cilantro to garnish, and serve hot with basmati rice.
  
  Notes:
  
  To cook the urad dal using a pressure cooker: skip the soaking,
  combine the sorted and rinsed lentils to the pressure cooker with the
  water and salt. Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes and allow it to
  release pressure naturally for at least 15 minutes.
  
  Recipe by Eva Agha
  
  Recipe FROM:
  <https://www.thecuriouschickpea.com/black-lentil-urad-dal/>
 
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