Spicy Achar Dal

Recipe: Spicy Dal

Description: This dal will be loved by those who enjoy eating spicy food. This dal and achar paste is a combination not to be missed!

Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks 🍲

Keywords: Asian, Indian, Spicy, Pressure Cooker, < 60 Mins, Stove Top 🌶️🥘

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 27
• Fat Content: 0.3g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 2.5mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 5.9g
• Fiber Content: 0.9g
• Sugar Content: 2.4g
• Protein Content: 0.7g

Cooking Time:

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

Instructions:

1. Pressure cook the toor dal: Rinse the toor dal thoroughly and add it to a pressure cooker along with enough water. Cook for about 20 minutes or until the dal is soft and mushy. Once done, carefully release the pressure and set aside.

2. Mash well: Using a spoon or a masher, mash the cooked dal until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

3. Prepare the tempering: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Allow them to splutter and release their aroma.

4. Add the onions and dal: Add the finely chopped onion to the tempering and sauté until they turn translucent and golden brown. Then, add the mashed dal to the pan and mix well.

5. Add the achar paste: Now, add the achar paste to the dal mixture. Adjust the quantity according to your taste preference for spiciness. Stir the mixture until the achar is well incorporated and the dal is heated through.

6. Garnish and serve: Garnish the spicy dal with freshly chopped coriander leaves for a burst of freshness and flavor. Serve hot with steamed rice or soft rotis for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and spices in this Spicy Dal recipe, perfect for a hearty lunch or snacktime treat! 🌶️🍚