Masoor Dal Tarka is a simple yet comforting Pakistani lentil dish, packed with flavor and perfect for everyday meals. To make it, start by boiling one cup of masoor dal in water with ½ teaspoon of turmeric and salt to taste until the dal becomes soft and mushy. In a separate pan, heat two tablespoons of oil and fry one chopped onion until golden. Add one teaspoon of cumin seeds and two dried red chilies, letting them sizzle for a few seconds to release their aroma. Pour this fragrant tarka over the boiled dal, mix gently, and let it simmer for a couple of minutes. Serve hot with plain rice or roti for a satisfying and healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
Ingredients:
- 1 cup masoor dal
- ½ tsp turmeric
- Salt to taste
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 dried red chilies
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tbsp oil
Instructions:
- 1. Boil dal with turmeric and salt.
- 2. Heat oil, fry onions, cumin, and red chilies.
- 3. Pour tarka over boiled dal. Serve with roti or rice.