Spinach Dal Recipe

Name: Spinach Dal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 g red lentils, soaked in water; 200 g spinach, cleaned,washed and chopped; ½ teaspoon turmeric powder; ½ teaspoon red chili powder; 2 tablespoons onions, peeled and sliced; ½ cup coconut milk; 3 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 5 dried whole red chilies; 3 -5 curry leaves; salt; 4 tablespoons oil

Servings: persons

200 g red lentils, soaked in water
200 g spinach, cleaned,washed and chopped
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
½ teaspoon red chili powder
2 tablespoons onions, peeled and sliced
½ cup coconut milk
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
5 dried whole red chilies
3 -5 curry leaves
salt
4 tablespoons oil

1
Put the dal in a pressure cooker.
2
Add 2 cups water, turmeric powder and garlic.
3
Bring to a boil.
4
When the dal is half done, add spinach and salt.
5
Cook well.
6
When all the water has evaporated, mash the dal and add coconut milk.
7
Cook for 2-3 minutes.
8
Keep aside.
9
Heat oil in a pan.
10
Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, onions and dried chilli balls.
11
When the mustard seeds splutter and the onions turn golden brown in colour, add the chilli powder.
12
Put this mixture into the dal.
13
Stir.
14
Serve immediately.

230

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 200 g red lentils, soaked in water, 200 g spinach, cleaned,washed and chopped, ½ teaspoon turmeric powder, ½ teaspoon red chili powder, and more.

Yes, Spinach Dal 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.

Spinach Dal

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