Mong and Masur Dal/Red and Golden Lentils

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Welcome to the world of Pakistani cuisine! Today’s recipe will be focusing on the traditional dish of Red and Golden Lentil Dal cooked in the Pakistani  style. This recipe has been a part of my family for generations and is a special favorite dish back home. Rich in flavor and texture, this meal is great for those who want to experience a taste of Pakistan in their own kitchen.

Red and Golden Lentils, also known as Dal, are a tasty and healthy way to add protein to your diet. Rich in complex carbohydrates, iron, potassium and zinc, this ancient staple of Indian cooking is an excellent source of nutrients that are essential for our overall health. Not only do they provide us with incredible benefits but they can also be prepared in a variety of ways to suit anyone’s taste buds.

Packed full of vitamins such as thiamin, folate and magnesium these lentils are great for helping to reduce cholesterol levels while providing our bodies with energy throughout the day. A bowl of red or golden lentils cooked up in the traditional Pakistani style makes a delicious side dish or main course that’s sure to satisfy even the pickiest eater.

Dal Serving Suggestions

For added texture, serve the dal with some freshly steamed rice or naan bread. To round out the meal, add some vegetable dishes—such as sautéed okra or braised eggplant—or include chutneys or raita for dipping. If you’re looking for an extra kick of flavor, top with fresh cilantro leaves and diced onions sprinkle with lemon juice. Do not forget to make a spicy and sour tomato onion salad with this Dal recipe.

Also try my Dal Makhni recipe.

Mong and Masur Dal/Red and Golden Lentils Recipe

Ingredients

    • Red lentils/masur dal     1/2 cup
    • Golden lentil/mong dal   1 cup
    • Tomato chopped   1 small
    • Salt   1/2 tsp
    • Red chili  1/4 tsp
    • Coriander powder  1/2 tsp
    • Turmeric   1/4 tsp
    • Black pepper   1/8 tsp
    • Lemon juice   2 tsp
    • Water   4 cups
    • Green chilies 1
    • Oil 4 tbsp
    • Garlic chopped  2 cloves
    • Cumin whole 1/4 tsp

Directions,

  1. In a pan add red lentils/masur dal.
  2. Add water in it.
  3. Cook for an hour on low heat or until very soft.
  4. Now add  tomato, salt, red chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, lemon juice.
  5. Stir well for 10 minutes.
  6. Heat 4 tbsp oil in a small frying pan,add garlic cook it for 1/2 minute or until golden now add cumin .
  7. Immediately pour it in lentil soup.
  8. Add green chili and black pepper.
  9. Serve it with white rice.

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