Dhuli Urad Dal Recipe: Simple, Flavorful North Indian Lentil Dish
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About Dhuli Urad Dal Recipe: Simple, Flavorful North Indian Lentil Dish
Dhuli Urad Dal, a beloved North Indian lentil dish, is surprisingly simple yet deeply satisfying. This recipe highlights the comforting flavors of urad dal (split black lentils), subtly spiced with turmeric, chili, and a fragrant tempering that elevates the dish to another level.The magic lies in the combination of freshly crushed black cardamom and cloves, creating an aromatic experience that warms the soul. Served hot with chapati or roti, alongside aloo ki sabzi (potato curry) and a pickle, it's a taste of traditional Indian home cooking.Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is easily adaptable to your spice preferences. Enjoy the heartwarming simplicity of authentic Dhuli Urad Dal!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total25 minutes
Ingredients
Dal & Spices
- 1 cup Gram also known as dhuli urad ki dal. ensure the lentils are split and skinned., black, split black lentils
- 3 cup Water
- 1.5 tsp Salt adjust to taste
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder, also known as haldi
- 1 tsp Chili Powder adjust to your spice preference, red
- 2 piece Cardamom also known as badi elaichi, black
- 4 piece Cloves also known as lavang
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds, also known as jeera
Aromatics & Tempering
- 2 tbsp Onion also known as pyaz, finely chopped
- 4 piece Chili also known as lal mirch, red, whole dry red chilies
- 1 tbsp Onion also known as patli kati pyaz, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp Asafoetida hing
Fat
- 3 tbsp Clarified Butter ghee, also known as desi ghee
Instructions
Prepare the Dal
- Wash and rinse the urad dal thoroughly. Soak for at least 5 minutes.
- Add the soaked dal to a pot with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the dal is tender but not mushy. About 20-25 mins.
- Remove any foam or impurities from the surface.
- Stir in the turmeric powder, salt, and red chili powder. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
Make the Tempering
- While the dal simmers, prepare the tempering. Gently crush the black cardamom and cloves using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.
- Heat the ghee in a small pan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- Add the whole red chilies and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- Remove from heat and stir in the crushed black cardamom, cloves, and asafoetida.
Combine & Serve
- Gently pour the tempering into the cooked dal. Stir well to combine.
- Serve hot with chapati, roti, or rice. Garnish with cilantro (optional).
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Dhuli Urad Dal:
- For a smoother dal, you can blend it slightly with an immersion blender after cooking.
- Adjust the amount of red chili powder to control the spiciness according to your preference.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens the flavor.
- For a richer flavor, toast the spices (cumin, cardamom, cloves) lightly in a dry pan before using them in the tempering.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.4gSodium: 855mg
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This is delightful! Thanks for the recipe.
I’m eager to make this recipe!
Looks so incredible! Thank you for sharing.
Absolutely scrumptious! Thanks for the recipe.
This looks incredible! Thank you.