Chana Dhal (Or Dal

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
Indian-style classic side-dish that brings home-style flavor to your table
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This Indian side-dish features Chana dhal, Turmeric, Salt (optional, Chilies, split. It delivers a pleasant kick of heat. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

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Chana Dhal (Or Dal

Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 13.9

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This Indian side-dish features Chana dhal, Turmeric, Salt (optional, Chilies, split. It delivers a pleasant kick of heat. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Lengthwise 1 tb Corn oil 1 ts Mustard seed 1 Medium onion, finely sliced 1 Clove garlic, finely sliced 1/2 ts Cayenne pepper
  2. Wash peas in cold running water.
  3. When water runs clear set aside to soak for 4 hours.
  4. Drain peas and put in sauce pan wit turmeric, salt, and green chilies.
  5. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch, and bring to a boil.
  6. cover pan,
  7. heat and
  8. simmer for 1 hour or until water has been absorbed and peas are tender but not mushy.
  9. Add more water if necessary Meanwhile, heat corn oil in a skillet.
  10. Add mustard seeds and cover pan.
  11. Saute for 2 minutes.
  12. Uncover pan, add onion and garlic, fry until golden.
  13. Stir in cayenne pepper and cook for 30 seconds.
  14. Add cooked spices to the peas.
  15. Stir cook for 2 minutes.
  16. Serve hot

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 13.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1221.0mg51%
Total Carbohydrate 3.1g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 0.6g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: boiling, chana, chilies, dal, dhal, frying, indian, optional, salt, sautéing, side-dish, simmering, split, title, turmeric, vegan
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