Indian Protein-Laden Dal Shorba (Lentil Soup)

Name: Indian Protein-Laden Dal Shorba (Lentil Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup green gram, boiled (green moong dal); ¼ cup bengal gram dal, boiled (chana dal); 1 tablespoon oil; 3 -4 cloves garlic, peeled,washed and cut; salt; ¼ teaspoon white pepper powder; ½ teaspoon cumin seed, powdered; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 10 curry leaves, washed; 2 spring onions, with leaves,washed and chopped

Servings: persons

1
Mash the boiled lentils (dals) to a coarse paste.
2
Add a little water.
3
Stir.
4
Heat oil in a pan.
5
Toss in garlic and saute for a minute.
6
Add the ground lentils, salt and pepper.
7
Mix well.
8
Add all the remaining ingredients except the spring onions.
9
Mix well.
10
Allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
11
Add spring onions with leaves.
12
Serve hot.

435

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup green gram, boiled (green moong dal), ¼ cup bengal gram dal, boiled (chana dal), 1 tablespoon oil, 3 -4 cloves garlic, peeled,washed and cut, and more.

Yes, Indian Protein-Laden Dal Shorba (Lentil Soup) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!