Gram Dal (Chick Pea Dal)
Description
A hearty and comforting Indian dal made with chickpeas simmered until tender, then finished with a fragrant tempering of ghee, cumin, and asafetida. Enriched with fresh coconut, raisins, and green peas, this dish offers a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors. It is a nutritious, gluten-free vegetarian main course that serves as a satisfying centerpiece for any meal.Ingredients
Directions
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Soak chick peas for at least 2 hours.
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Drain & rinse.
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Bring to a boil in the water & add the salt & turmeric.
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Boil hard for 5 minutes & remove any scum that forms on the surface.
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Reduce heat & simmer until tender.
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This will take about 1 hour, but it can take longer if your peas are old.
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When tender, remove from the heat.
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Heat ghee in a large pot.
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Add cumin seeds, asafetida, ginger & bay leaf.
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Fry for a few seconds, stirring as the spices cook.
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Add the coconut, raisins & peas.
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Cook over a medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in the cooked chick peas, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
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Simmer for another 15 minutes & serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 345.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.3g18%
- Saturated Fat 3.7g19%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4894.3mg204%
- Total Carbohydrate 58.2g20%
- Dietary Fiber 19.6g79%
- Sugars 16.1g
- Protein 14.4g29%
* 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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