I feel truly grateful for the simple, wholesome goodness of Dal Tadka. It’s a staple that always nourishes my body and soul, reminding me of home.
Comforting Dal Tadka
Ingredients
- Toor dal (split pigeon peas)
- Onion
- Tomato
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Cumin seeds
- Turmeric
- Ghee
- Fresh cilantro
Steps
- Cook toor dal in water until soft and mushy.
- In a separate pan, heat ghee and temper cumin seeds, then add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped tomato and turmeric, cooking until tomatoes soften.
- Combine the cooked dal with the tempered spices, simmer briefly, and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.