Brief:
Revitalize your dinner routine with this exotic, yet simple “Spiced Masoor Dal & Vegetable Bowl”. This one-bowl recipe is Jain-friendly and is a comforting combination of protein-packed dal and colourful, vitamin-loaded vegetables. The spices are perfectly balanced adding warmth and depth of flavor. It’s a health-packed dish with just 101-200 calories. Now enjoy a wholesome meal without compromising on flavor or your diet!
Title: Spiced Masoor Dal & Vegetable Bowl
Recipe:
1. Rinse 1/2 cup of masoor dal (red lentils) under cold water until water runs clear.
2. In a pan, heat 1 tsp of oil, add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) and 1/2 tsp of cumin seeds. Let them sizzle.
3. Now add 1 finely chopped green chilli (optional) and 2 finely chopped onions. Sauté them until onions turn golden.
4. Add chopped vegetables of your choice (1/2 cup of carrot, peas, and bell peppers). Cook them for few minutes until slightly tender.
5. Add the rinsed masoor dal into the pan, followed by 1/4 tsp of turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp of red chilli powder, and salt according to taste. Stir well.
6. Now pour 2-2.5 cups of water into the pan.
7. Cover and cook on a low flame for 15-20 minutes until the dal is soft and cooked through.
8. Add some lemon juice for tanginess, garnish with coriander leaves (optional) and your “Spiced Masoor Dal & Vegetable Bowl” is ready to serve.
Enjoy this perfect harmony of wedges, hearty dal, and spices which gives you a punch of nutrition and robust flavors in every bite; a simple yet soul-warming bowl, easy to prepare and hard to resist. Give this recipe a try and add a dash of excitement to your regular meals. Bon appétit!
