Spiced Dal With Fluffy Rice And Salted Yogurt

Name: Spiced Dal With Fluffy Rice And Salted Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons ghee, virgin coconut oil, or vegetable oil; 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped; 1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely grated; 2 garlic cloves, finely grated; 1 1/2 cups yellow split peas, rinsed; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoons ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes; Kosher salt; 1 lime; 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced into rounds, rinsed; Pinch of sugar; 1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt; Cooked Jasmine or basmati rice (for serving); Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons ghee, virgin coconut oil, or vegetable oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely grated
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1 1/2 cups yellow split peas, rinsed
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1 lime
1 small red onion, very thinly sliced into rounds, rinsed
Pinch of sugar
1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
Cooked Jasmine or basmati rice (for serving)
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat ghee in a medium pot over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned around the edges, 5-7 minutes. Add ginger and garlic and cook, stirring often, just to take the edge off garlic, about 30 seconds. Add 1/3 cup water and simmer, stirring occasionally, until water evaporates, about 1 minute. Add split peas, coriander, turmeric, cardamom, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add 4 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until split peas are very tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, 12-14 minutes; season with salt. Cover with a lid and keep dal warm over low heat while you make the toppings.
2
Finely grate zest from lime into a small bowl. Cut lime in half and squeeze juice into bowl (you'll have about 2 Tbsp.). Add red onion, sugar, and a large pinch of salt and toss, squeezing onion with your hands to help it soften quickly.
3
Mix yogurt and 2 Tbsp. water in a small bowl; season with salt.
4
Serve dal over rice drizzled with salty yogurt and topped with onion and pepper.
5
Dal (without yogurt and onion) can be made 1 day ahead. Let cool; cover and chill.

288

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons ghee, virgin coconut oil, or vegetable oil, 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped, 1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely grated, 2 garlic cloves, finely grated, and more.

Yes, Spiced Dal With Fluffy Rice And Salted Yogurt 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!