Yellow Mung Dal Soup – Dal Shorba

Dal Shorba is a popular Indian soup made with lentils and spices. It is known for its comforting flavors and is often enjoyed as a starter or a light meal.

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: 13.

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Yellow Mung Dal Soup – Dal Shorba

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Yellow Mung Dal
• 4 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Coriander Leaves
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. Rinse the yellow mung dal thoroughly.
2. In a pressure cooker, add the rinsed dal, water, ginger, and garlic. Cook for 4-5 whistles.
3. Once the pressure is released, open the cooker and mash the dal lightly.
4. In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil and add cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook for a minute.
5. Add the cooked dal to the pan and mix well. Simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Add garam masala, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
8. Serve hot with rice or bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 2g

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.