2 May 2015

MIX DAL TADKA

Hello everyone 
In our daily meals, dals ( lentils) play very prominent role. When we are too hungry then nothing more than a flavourful rice dal combo is needed to satisfy our soul in a healthy way. Dals are cooked in too many variations with taste, flavours and methods too. One of them is mixed dal , which comprise of much more protein and flavour than other regular dals. So today I am giving recipe of the same mix dal tadka comprising lots of dals and beans hence going to be a healthier and delicious side dish for regular as well as special occasions too.
Recipe is given below and hope it will be loved by you all.

MIX DAL TADKA



Ingredients

cup mix dal , soaked for 4-5 hrs
2 1/2 cup water
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp garam masala powder
green chilies ,slitted
1/8 tsp asafetida ( heengpowder
1/2 tsp ginger garlic paste
Salt
 to taste


For tempering:
1/4 tsp cumin seeds
1/4 tsp mustard seeds
1/8 tsp asafetida (heengpowder
dry red chilies , broken in two
big onion , finely chopped
medium tomatoesfinely chopped
1/4 tsp garam masala powder
tsp curry powder
tbsp green coriander leaves, finely chopped


Method:
Put all ingredients ,except tempering onesin a cooker and cook for 3-4whistles or till cooked well but not mussy, we need it whole.



Now
 mash it a little with laddlto get dal and water mixed wellBut don't over do .
Now heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok , add heeng followed by cumin and mustard seeds. When they crackle add red chilli then onionFry till onion become little brown then add all dry masalas followed by tomatoesFry till tomatoes and masalas start leaving edges of wokFinally add green coriander leaves and mixImmediately add the tempering in dal and mix wellThen cover it for 5 mins then serve.
For more flavour you can use ghee instead of oil for tempering or add  a dollop of ghee while serving.
If you don't get ready made mixed dal pack then add whatever whole variety daland beansmoonguradchanarajmablack eye beanschawlichickpeasmatar etcyou have in hand according to your choice .



This
 is so simple yet delicious side dish goes well with roti or riceYou can also add it in any party menu and can replace dal makhani without bothering anyone.



Hope you will like this dish and please pour your valuable comments and suggestions regarding dish.
I'll always be happy to reply your queries.

Happy cooking....