Dhal

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Beginner
Indian-style light and flavorful appetizer that brings home-style flavor to your table
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This Indian appetizer features Water 1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger, Turmeric 1 teaspoon Coriander, Clove, crushed 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper, Ghee Fresh cilantro sprigs (opt. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste, a pleasant kick of heat. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a starter before the main course. 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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Dhal

Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6 Calories: 100.9

Description

This Indian appetizer features Water 1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger, Turmeric 1 teaspoon Coriander, Clove, crushed 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper, Ghee Fresh cilantro sprigs (opt. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste, a pleasant kick of heat. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a starter before the main course. 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. Wash lentils in cold water. In a saucepan, combine lentils, water, turmeric and garlic. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Uncover and cook 2-3 minutes to reduce excess liquid. Heat ghee in a saucepan. Add onion and fry gently 5 minutes. Add Garam Masala, ginger, coriander and cayenne pepper; cook gently 1 minute. Add mixture to lentils and stir well. Garnish with cilantro, if desired. NOTE: For a less fiery flavor, reduce cayenne pepper
  2. Brown lentils 1 ts Garam Masala

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 100.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 18.2g7%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g27%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 7.1g15%

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

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