Duguid'S Everyday Dal Recipe

Name: Duguid'S Everyday Dal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups split hulled mung dal or masoor (red) dal, rinsed and drained; 6 cups water; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 bay leaves; 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon black or brown mustard seeds; 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon nigella seeds; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 2 dried small hot red chiles, stemmed; 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots; 1 cup diced carrot; 1 cup cauliflower florets; 3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 6 lime wedges (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups split hulled mung dal or masoor (red) dal, rinsed and drained
6 cups water
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 bay leaves
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon black or brown mustard seeds
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon nigella seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 dried small hot red chiles, stemmed
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
1 cup diced carrot
1 cup cauliflower florets
3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
6 lime wedges (optional)

1
Combine dal and 6 cups water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in turmeric, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick; partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt. Keep warm.
2
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add mustard seeds; cook 1 minute or until seeds pop, stirring constantly. Add ginger and next 4 ingredients (through chiles); cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add shallots; cook 3 minutes or until shallots are tender, stirring frequently. Add carrot and cauliflower; cook 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Add 1 cup dal mixture and remaining 1 teaspoon salt to carrot mixture; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
3
Add carrot mixture to remaining dal mixture; bring to a boil. Cook 40 minutes or until mixture thickens. Sprinkle each serving with 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired.

270

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups split hulled mung dal or masoor (red) dal, rinsed and drained, 6 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 2 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Duguid'S Everyday Dal falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Duguid'S Everyday Dal

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