Any traditional Indian meal is incomplete without a hot steaming ladle of dal. Dal is a staple food in every Indian household. Infact, Indian kitchens value all kinds of dal and our hearts have a special place for this comfort food.
Even though we all have unconditional love for pizza, pasta and Manchurian, Dal rice with pickles is our soul food, and mom’s special, dal chawal has its own magic, doesn't it? Indians with a diverse culture and traditions have numerous ways and innovations in the culinary world. Each state has its way of using dals to comfort them, like the main ingredient in sambar for South Indians is toor dal while Maharashtrians love their share of amti dal and Guajarati's vouch for their khatti-meethi dal. Each dal has its own distinct taste which gives a unique aroma and flavor to each recipe.
Dal is a rich source of protein and it should be added to your regular diet. However, people usually think dal can only be used in one way, so here are some lip-smacking recipes with different types of dal which you will love!
Moong Dal Dhokla
A Gujarati traditional and perfect to the core, this Moong Dal Dhokla recipe is super easy and yummy to make. These sumptuous, delicious, and aromatic dhoklas can make you crave for more. Moong dal is rich in vitamins and also in essential minerals including iron, calcium, and potassium.
Moong Matar Khichdi
Don’t take this for a basic khichdi, the first and foremost thing is that this is way too delicious, and secondly, it is a protein power-packed meal. Peas are a rich source of protein and fibre whereas Moong dal is a rich source of calcium, protein, and potassium. It also helps to lower the high cholesterol level in the blood system.
Idli Fry
Idli is considered to be one of the healthiest breakfast recipes in the world. To make the idli batter, soaked urad dal is the main ingredient that goes in with soaked rice. The most popular South Indian breakfast or snack can be enjoyed with varieties of dips, chutneys, and with piping-hot sambar. But this version is better cuz’ all you need to do is toss it up in a fabulous tempering!
Chana Dal Paratha
Who doesn’t love varieties of paratha with potato, paneer, green peas, and other stuffings? But Chana dal Paratha will take your paratha’s texture to another level which is simple and yummy too. This richly flavoured paratha can be enjoyed with any gravy, yogurt, and even simply with ghee and pickle.
Moong Dal Payasam
Payasam is just a perfect dessert for any occasion be it your birthday, a sudden visit of guests, Onam, Pongal or anything, it will just be there to end your meal on the sweetest note. Payasam with moong dal as a dessert can’t be any more perfect because moong dal is a good source of proteins that are essential for our body.
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