Cooked Sabut Masoor Daal

Dive into the comforting warmth of Cooked Sabut Masoor Daal, a hearty and nutritious dish brimming with authentic Indian flavors. Made with wholesome whole brown lentils, this recipe masterfully combines aromatic spices like cumin, bay leaf, and garam masala with a vibrant base of onions, tomatoes, and ginger-garlic paste. The rich, velvety texture is achieved by slow simmering or pressure cooking, infusing every bite with a perfect balance of spice and earthiness. Garnished with fresh coriander leaves, this daal is a versatile delight, seamlessly pairing with fluffy steamed rice or soft Indian bread like roti or naan. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a nutritious meal prep option, this protein-packed recipe is both flavorful and easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup sabut masoor dal (whole brown lentils)
• 4 cups water
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
• 1 whole green chili, slit
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sabut masoor dal thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear. Soak the dal in enough water for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Drain the soaked dal and set aside.

Step 3

In a large pot or pressure cooker, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf, and sauté until the cumin seeds start to sizzle.

Step 4

Add the chopped onions and cook until they become translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the ginger garlic paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the raw aroma disappears.

Step 6

Add the chopped tomato and green chili. Cook until the tomato softens and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.

Step 7

Mix in the turmeric powder and red chili powder, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Add the drained sabut masoor dal to the pot and stir well to coat the dal with the spices.

Step 9

Pour in 4 cups of water and add salt. Stir to combine.

Step 10

If using a pressure cooker, cover and cook for about 15 minutes or until you hear 4-5 whistles. For a regular pot, cover and simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the dal is tender.

Step 11

Once cooked, open the lid and gently mash some of the lentils with the back of a spoon to thicken the dal slightly.

Step 12

Stir in the garam masala and adjust salt to taste. If the dal seems too thick, you can add a little more water to reach your desired consistency and bring to a gentle boil.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot with steamed rice or Indian bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1461.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	631.0

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2425.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 24.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193.6mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 1585.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 44.3%