2.The quality of the dal is very important. Some varieties of dal do not get cooked to a mush, in that case, soaking dal in hot water for 15-20 minutes ensures faster cooking. 3.The best way to cook dal is by using a pressure cooker as it is not only economical but also saves a lot for time and fuel. 4.The dal should be cooked in such a way, that it should be creamy or mushy. How to Cook Dal Serves-2 Ingredients needed Tur dal – 1/2 cup Turmeric powder – a pinch Salt to taste Method
Paruppu Sadam Many are not aware of this simple dish. So I wanted to post this. For this, no seasoning is required. Just mix dal (paruppu) with steaming hot rice and a tsp of ghee (picture above). Enjoy it with any vegetable curry. I made lauki curry. Simply heaven! Dal Tadka Dal Tadka Recipe Cook dal in the same method as above, then do the seasoning or tadka. Prep Time : 10 mins Ghee – 2-3 tsp Mustard seeds-1/2 tsp Cumin seeds/Jeera seeds -1/2 tsp Hing – a pinch Red chilli – 1 Ginger – 1/2 inch piece finely chopped Green chilli -1 finely chopped Shallots/small onions – 3-4 very finely chopped Curry leaves – a sprig Dal recipes which you must not miss. I have given only a few here. Find more in the Dal category. Dal Recipe (with onion, tomatoes and garlic) Spinach Dal Lauki Dal Kerala Parippu Curry Sambar Sadam Meet you all with more interesting recipes. Stay in touch with Padhuskitchen. Read More