Spicy Mixed 5 Beans & Lentils Recipe

Name: Spicy Mixed 5 Beans & Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup Urad Dal, black split beans; ¼ cup mung beans, green; ¼ cup green lentil; ¼ cup pigeon peas, split; ¼ cup dried split yellow peas, split yellow chick peas; 1 piece onion, small finely chopped; 2 tablespoons gingerroot, fresh peeled & minced; 2 garlic cloves, fresh & minced; 1 tablespoon coriander, ground; 2 teaspoons cumin, ground; ½ teaspoon garam masala; ½ teaspoon turmeric, ground; ⅛ teaspoon asafetida powder, ground; 1 teaspoon salt (to taste); 4 -5 cups water; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 -3 teaspoon cumin seed; ½ teaspoon paprika, ground

Servings: persons

¼ cup Urad Dal, black split beans
¼ cup mung beans, green
¼ cup green lentil
¼ cup pigeon peas, split
¼ cup dried split yellow peas, split yellow chick peas
1 piece onion, small finely chopped
2 tablespoons gingerroot, fresh peeled & minced
2 garlic cloves, fresh & minced
1 tablespoon coriander, ground
2 teaspoons cumin, ground
½ teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon turmeric, ground
⅛ teaspoon asafetida powder, ground
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
4 -5 cups water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 -3 teaspoon cumin seed
½ teaspoon paprika, ground

1
Heat oil in med saucepan over medium-high heat, add dals and onion, stir constantly over medium-low heat until well roasted and fragrant, 5 minutes Mix in ginger and garlic, then the coriander, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, asafoetida and salt and stir about 30 secs.
2
Transfer to a pressure cooker, add 4 cups water.
3
Secure the lid and heat over high heat until regulator shows high pressure, the cook 1 min more.
4
Remove from heat and allow pot to de-pressurize on its own, 12 - 15 minutes.
5
Open lid and check if dal is very soft and creamy; if not, add 1 cup water and cover, bring to pressure and cook for another 30 seconds, or cover and boil until soft, about 30 minutes.
6
Uncover and simmer over medium-low heat, about 10 minutes, then remove to a serving dish, cover and keep warm.
7
Heat the oil in a small saucepan and cook the green chilies peppers, about 30 secs.
8
Add cumin seeds; which should sizzle upon contact with hot oil.
9
Remove from heat, add paprika and add the tarka to the cooked dal.
10
Swirl gently to mix, with parts of it visible as garnish and serve.

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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: ¼ cup Urad Dal, black split beans, ¼ cup mung beans, green, ¼ cup green lentil, ¼ cup pigeon peas, split, and more.

Yes, Spicy Mixed 5 Beans & Lentils falls under the Vegetarian 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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Spicy Mixed 5 Beans & Lentils

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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