White lentil (Dal mash) is also known as shahi daal. It is very famous and spicy daal; people desire to taste while dining out. This delicious white lentil recipe is enriched with traditional flavors and aromatic spices. Usually, serve with hot naan or chapatti for either lunch or dinner.
Makes: 4 serving
Total Prep Time: 35 minute
Ingredients:
• 9 oz. white lentil, soaked for 15 minute
• 1 large onion, sliced
• ½ oz. garlic paste
• ¼ oz. turmeric powder
• ½ oz. chili powder
• 5 tomatoes, chopped
• 4 green chilies, chopped
• ½ bunch coriander
• ½ oz. whole spice powder
• Sliced ginger, for garnishing
• ½ oz. salt
• ½ cup oil
Preparation:
- Heat the oil in a wok then put the onions in it and fry till it becomes brown in color. Now rinse half onion from the oil and keep them aside.
- Add garlic and stir for 1 minute, add turmeric powder, chili powder salt and tomatoes then cover the wok with lid for 3 to 4 minutes
- Fry all the spices thoroughly until oil appears then add lentil in gravy and add 1 cup of water in it, stir well.
- Now cover the wok with slow flame for 15 minutes.
- Add some green chilies, sliced ginger, whole spice powder, fried onions and coriander in it before serving.
- Spicy white lentil fry is ready. Serve it hot with chapatis and onion salad.