Cauliflower Dal With Panch Phoron

Panch Phoron is a blend of five spices commonly used in Bengali cuisine. It consists of equal parts of fenugreek seeds, nigella seeds, cumin seeds, black mustard seeds, and fennel seeds.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Cauliflower Dal With Panch Phoron

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Cauliflower
• 200 gram Red Lentils
• 1 small Onion
• 2 medium Tomato
• 2 piece Green Chilies
• 1 inch Ginger
• 3 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Panch Phoron
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Coriander Leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. Wash and soak the red lentils for 30 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a pan and add panch phoron. Let it splutter.
3. Add chopped onions, green chilies, ginger, and garlic. Saute until onions turn golden brown.
4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
5. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add cauliflower florets and soaked red lentils. Mix well.
7. Add water and cover the pan. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the cauliflower and lentils are cooked.
8. Garnish with garam masala and fresh coriander leaves.
9. Serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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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.