Quick and Easy Masoor Dal (Indian Red Lentils)
Ingredients List
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1 cup dry red lentils, rinsed and drained
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
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¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
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1 slice ginger, 1 inch piece, peeled
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2 ½ cups water, or as needed
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4 teaspoons vegetable oil
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4 teaspoons dried minced onion
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1 teaspoon cumin seeds
Cooking Instructions
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Add the lentils, salt, cayenne pepper, turmeric, and ginger into a medium saucepan. Pour in enough water to cover the lentils by about 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally and skimming off any foam that forms, until the lentils are soft and the mixture is soupy, about 25 to 30 minutes.
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In the final minute of cooking, mix the oil, dried onion, and cumin seeds in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute, until the onion is golden brown. Be careful not to burn the onion.
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Stir the onion-oil mixture into the cooked lentils and mix well.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 185 | Calories |
| 5g | Fat |
| 25g | Carbs |
| 11g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 185 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 5g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 4% |
| Sodium 868mg | 38% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 10g | 35% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin C 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium 32mg | 2% |
| Iron 4mg | 24% |
| Potassium 481mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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