Aarsis Ultimate Toor Dal/ Split Pigeon Pea Lentils

Toor dal is a staple ingredient in Indian cuisine and is known for its high protein content and versatility in cooking.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Aarsis Ultimate Toor Dal/ Split Pigeon Pea Lentils

Cooking Method: Boiling, Tempering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Toor Dal
• 3 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Ghee
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
• 1 pinch Asafoetida
• 2 piece Dried Red Chilies
• 1 sprig Curry Leaves
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 piece Green Chili
• 2 tablespoon Coriander Leaves

Instructions

1. Rinse the toor dal under running water.
2. In a pressure cooker, add the rinsed toor dal, water, turmeric powder, and salt.
3. Pressure cook for 4-5 whistles or until the dal is cooked.
4. In a pan, heat ghee and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, asafoetida, dried red chilies, and curry leaves.
5. Add crushed garlic and ginger. Saute for a minute.
6. Add chopped onion and cook until golden brown.
7. Add chopped tomato and green chili. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
8. Add the cooked toor dal and mix well.
9. Cook for 5 minutes on low heat.
10. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
11. Serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.