There is a different pleasure in eating hot food in winter. Today we are going to teach you a great and nutritious recipe of garlic dal palak . The wonderful tadka of garlic with moong dal and fresh spinach makes this dish even more delicious. Serve it with rice or roti, both taste and health will be taken care of. Let’s start making this tasty recipe.
Material
Main Ingredients:
- Moong dal – 1/2 cup
- Water – 2 cups
- Garlic – 12-13 cloves (peeled)
- Turmeric powder – 1/2 tsp
- Salt – to taste
for tempering:
- Ghee – 1 tablespoon
- Oil- 2 tbsp
- Bay leaves – 2
- Big cardamom – 1 (crushed)
- Dried red chillies – 2
- Cumin seeds – 1 tsp
- Finely chopped garlic – 1 tablespoon
- Green chillies – 2 (chopped)
- Onion – 2 medium (finely chopped)
- Spinach leaves – 2 cups (washed and chopped)
- Garam masala – 1/2 tsp
Additional Ingredients:
- Hot water – as required
- Red chilli powder (optional)
Method
1. Boil the lentils:
- firstly, wash moong dal thoroughly with water.
- You can soak the lentils for 10-15 minutes or put them directly in the cooker.
- Add lentils, 2 cups water, 12-13 garlic cloves, turmeric powder and salt in the cooker.
- Close the lid of the cooker and cook on medium flame till 4 whistles.
- Let the lentils cool and then mix them well once again.
2. Prepare the Tadka:
- Heat ghee and oil in a pan.
- Add bay leaves, big cardamom, dried red chillies and cumin seeds in it.
- Allow the spices to crackle.
- Now add finely chopped garlic and green chillies and fry till light brown.
- Then add chopped onions and fry till golden brown.
3. Cook the spinach:
- Add chopped spinach leaves to the fried onions.
- Add some salt as per taste and lightly fry the spinach.
- Do not overcook spinach so that its colour and nutrition remains intact.
4. Mix the dal and seasoning:
- Now add the boiled lentils to the seasoning and mix well.
- If the dal is too thick then add hot water to correct its consistency.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon garam masala and cook until it comes to a boil.
5. Serve:
- Hot garlic dal palak is ready.
- Serve it with cumin rice or roti.
Tips:
- Always maintain the correct proportion of water for boiling lentils.
- Use of black cardamom in seasoning enhances the taste.
- By lightly frying spinach, its nutrition and taste remains intact.
- Adding hot water keeps the taste and texture of the lentils intact.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. Can we use other dals other than moong dal?
Yes, you can use arhar dal, chana dal, or mixed dal instead of moong dal. But moong dal is healthy and cooks quickly, so it is the best option.
2. Can spinach be boiled with lentils?
Of course, you can boil spinach with lentils if you want. However, cooking spinach separately retains its color and nutrition better.
3. Can oil be used instead of ghee in tempering?
Yes, you can use just oil instead of ghee. But ghee tempering gives a much better taste to this recipe.
4. How can we make dal more flavourful?
- Be sure to add big cardamom and bay leaves in the tempering.
- Increase the amount of garlic slightly.
- If you want, you can also add some grated ginger.
5. Would this dish go well with roti?
Yes, this dish tastes perfect with roti, paratha, or naan. But it tastes even better with hot cumin rice.
6. Should spices be reduced for children?
For children, you can reduce the amount of green chillies and garam masala. This recipe tastes equally delicious even with mild spices.
7. Can this dish be stored in the refrigerator?
Yes, you can store it in the fridge for 1-2 days. Before heating, add some water to it so that it remains fresh.
8. Is this dish suitable for diabetes or weight loss?
Yes, both moong dal and spinach are low-calorie and high-nutrition foods. This dish is an excellent option for diabetic patients and weight loss diets.
9. Can the dal be made thinner?
If you like thin dal, you can adjust its consistency as per your preference by adding hot water after boiling.
10. Can I add other vegetables to it?
If you want, you can also add vegetables like chopped tomatoes, fenugreek leaves, or carrots. This will make the dish more nutritious.
At the end:
Lasuni Dal Palak is a dish that is a perfect blend of flavour, nutrition and warmth for winters. Do try it once and share your experience with us.
conclusion:
This delicious and healthy Lasuni Dal Palak will not only make your diet delicious in winters but will also provide nutrition to your body. Do try it and give your feedback.
