Lahori Dal recipe - How to make Lahori Dal
Main procedure- Clean, wash and soak the masoor dal in water for 20 minutes.
- Drain, add 2 cups of water and salt and pressure cook for 15-20 minutes till the dal is cooked.
- Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
- Whisk till the dal is almost mashed and pour into a deep pan.
- Add the garlic paste, chilli powder, turmeric powder, 2 tbsp butter, cream and 1/2 cup water and simmer on a low flame till the dal thickens.
- For the tempering, heat the remaining butter in another pan and add the cumin seeds.
- When they crackle, add the onions and sauté till they become translucent.
- Add to the dal mixture and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add lemon juice, peppercorns and salt if required and mix well.
- Serve hot.
Nutrient values per serving
| Energy | 276 cal |
| Protein | 10.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 27.3 g |
| Fiber | 4.2 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 563.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 6.6 mg |
| Folic Acid | 16.1 mcg |
| Calcium | 55.7 mg |
| Iron | 3.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 104.8 mg |
| Potassium | 77.5 mg |
| Zinc | 1.3 mg |