Sour Dal Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Rinse 1 cup of yellow lentils and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
• STEP 2.In a pressure cooker, add the soaked lentils, 3 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and salt to taste.
• STEP 3.Pressure cook the lentils for 3-4 whistles or until they are soft and mushy.
• STEP 4.In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, and a pinch of asafoetida.
• STEP 5.Once the seeds start to crackle, add 1 chopped onion, 2 chopped tomatoes, and 2 green chilies. Saute until the onions turn golden brown.
• STEP 6.Add 1 tablespoon of tamarind pulp, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin powder. Mix well.
• STEP 7.Add the cooked lentils to the pan and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
• STEP 8.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Tips

• Soaking the lentils helps in reducing the cooking time.
• Adjust the amount of tamarind pulp and spices according to your taste preferences.
• You can add vegetables like spinach or bottle gourd to make the dal more nutritious.

Storage and Serving

• Sour Dal can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the dal on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
• Serve the Sour Dal hot with steamed rice, naan, or roti.