Dhuli urad dal is a great option for a light and authentic, homemade lunch. It is primarily composed of lentils, making it a naturally satiating and high in protein dish. It makes a great lunch time meal due to its low preparation time. You can cook and eat it in less than an hour.
Health Benefits
Urad dalis full of health benefits, especially for women. It has great iron reserves, a vital component of hemoglobin, which is a necessity for maintaining a good metabolism and steady energy production. It is also an aphrodisiac, a demulcent, and a nerve tonic. Other benefits include the ability to improve reproductive fluid, increase lactation, revitalize the body, and even act as an effective laxative.
Ingredients
urad dal: 200 g
Ghee: 1 tbsp
Turmeric powder: 1 tsp
red chilli: 1 tsp
cumin seeds: 1 tsp
red chilli peppers: 3
flakes garlic - chopped: 10
ginger--chopped: 1 tsp
onion thinly sliced: ½
coriander leaves--chopped: 1 tbsp
water: ½ cup
milk: 2 cups
salt
How To Make Dhuli Urad Dal
- Soak urad dal in water for 15 minutes.
- Drain and set aside.
- Heat ghee in a pan.
- Add urad dal and fry until crispy.
- Add turmeric powder, salt, and red chilli powder.
- Mix thoroughly with water.
- Add milk and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Sauté red chilli peppers, ginger, cumin seeds, garlic, salt, chilli powder, and onion with ghee in a separate pan.
- Add mixture to the urud dal and allow it to cook until done, stirring occasionally.
- Garnish with coriander and serve hot!
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Trivia
Urud dalsometimes changes its name depending on the region you’re in and the language you’re speaking. Most often, it is called black gram in English. In Hindi, it goes by uraddhuli, uradsabut, kali dal, uradchilka, or uradsaboot. It has even more names in other languages. No matter what you decide to call it, dhuliurad dalwill make a healthy and delicious meal.