Dal Fry (Arhar dal)
Dal Fry is a nutritious and protein-rich lentil soup that is a staple in Indian cuisine. It is a great source of dietary fiber, iron, and B vitamins, making it a healthy choice for weight loss. This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. However, people with legume allergies should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains Legume Allergy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
92 kcal
Protein
4 g
Carbs
14 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Onion Finely Chopped
0.25 small cup (25g)
chopped tomato
0.25 cup (25g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Red chilli Power
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Coriander leaves
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Garam Masala
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Mustard oil
1 tsp (5g)
Plain Water
3 small cup (300g)
Arhar Dal (Raw)
0.5 small bowl (50g)
Grated Ginger
1 tsp (3g)
Clove Garlic, Chopped
1 tsp (2g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the Arhar/toor dal under running water until the water runs clear.
In a pressure cooker, add the toor dal along with water, turmeric powder, and salt. Pressure cook for 6-7 whistles or until the dal is soft and mushy.
In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions, ginger-garlic paste, and slit green chilies. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften and turn mushy.
Add red chili powder, and garam masala. Stir well.
Add the cooked toor dal to the pan and mix well. Adjust the consistency of the dal by adding water, if necessary.
Let the dal simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens and the flavors blend together.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
NotesNutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.
Community Reviews & Results
Swapan Hammad
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and this Dal Fry (Arhar dal) recipe exceeded all my expectations. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Vishal Singh Nair
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and I'm really happy with how easy and practical it was to prepare. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Varun Tiwari
"Tried making this last night, and preparing this Dal Fry (Arhar dal) was completely hassle-free. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Sunita Saran Nair
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and my entire family thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"