Brown Lentil fry/Masoor ki Daal

Lentils are a healthy and versatile food. Lentils also are a good source of dietary fiber, iron, fol ate, vitamin B1, and minerals. They are nutritious too. Rich in antioxidants, selenium, and B vitamins, all of which boost the immune system. They are also packed with protein, high in iron and very high in fiber, which is good for your digestive and heart health.

Health Benefits of Brown Lentils

    Stabilize Blood Sugar

    Increase Energy

    Weight Loss

    Full of Iron

    Protein Packed

    Lower Cholesterol

This fry is creamy, rich, and smoothy. This is very perfect accompaniment for rice or chapatti.

Ingredients

Brown Lentils (Masoor Dhal)           1 cup

Finely chopped Tomato                  ½ cup

Split Green Chilies                        2 nos.

Finely chopped Ginger                   2 tbsp.

 Finely chopped Jalapeno               1 no.

Turmeric Powder                           ¼ tsp.

Salt                                            to taste

For the Tempering:

Butter                                         1 tsp.

Cumin seeds                                ½ tsp.

Fennel seeds                                1 tsp. (optional)

For Garnish

Chopped coriander

Method                  

• Wash the dal; add ginger, turmeric, salt and 3 cups of water and pressure cook till the dhal are tender.
• Heat the Butter, in a pan add cumin & fennel seeds.
• When the seeds crackle, add chopped tomatoes, green chilies and Jalapeno. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes.
• Now add the cooked Daal & salt in it and let it boil for few more minutes in simmer.
• Serve hot garnished with the chopped coriander .

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