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Pumpkin Dal with Garlic Tadka Recipe
Description:
Pumpkin Dal with Garlic Tadka is a flavorful North Indian dish made by combining three types of dal, green chilies, and aromatic spices. The garlic tadka, infused with ghee, adds an extra layer of richness, making this dal a perfect choice for a comforting dinner when served alongside steamed rice, papad, and achaar. A healthy, diabetic-friendly dish that’s easy to prepare!
Cuisine: North Indian
Course: Dinner
Diet: Diabetic Friendly
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup Arhar dal (Split Toor Dal)
- 1/4 cup Yellow Moong Dal (Split)
- 1/4 cup Masoor Dal (Whole)
- 1-inch piece Ginger, grated
- 2 Green Chilies, slit
- 1-inch Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini)
- 1 Bay Leaf (Tej Patta)
- 2 Tomatoes, finely chopped
- 250 grams Kaddu (Parangikai/Pumpkin), peeled and chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, for cooking
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (Haldi)
For the Tadka:
- 1 teaspoon Ghee
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
- 4 cloves Garlic, chopped
- 2 Dry Red Chilies
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Instructions:
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Cook the Dal:
- Begin by washing the dals thoroughly and preparing the other ingredients (grate ginger, slit the green chilies, chop the tomatoes and pumpkin).
- In a pressure cooker, combine the Arhar dal, Yellow Moong Dal, Masoor Dal, ginger, green chilies, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, tomatoes, and pumpkin. Add 2 ½ cups of water and salt to taste.
- Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 2-3 whistles on medium heat. After the whistles, reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.
- Once the pressure is released, open the cooker, stir the dal, and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Transfer the dal to a serving bowl.
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Prepare the Tadka:
- For the garlic tadka, heat ghee in a small pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, garlic, and dry red chilies. Sauté for a few seconds until the garlic turns golden and aromatic.
- Pour the prepared tadka over the cooked dal and stir well to combine.
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Serve:
- Serve the Pumpkin Dal with Garlic Tadka hot, accompanied by steamed rice, papad, and achaar for a wholesome and satisfying dinner.
Enjoy this flavorful and healthy Pumpkin Dal with Garlic Tadka, perfect for a quick weeknight meal!
