arhar ki dal with spinach recipe | Punjabi toovar aur palak ki dal | healthy palak toor dal |
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Punjabi toovar aur palak ki dal is a classic Indian dal recipe that beautifully combines the earthy flavors of spinach (palak) with the hearty goodness of toovar dal (split pigeon peas). This lentil-based stew is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals.
The creamy texture of the dal perfectly complements the slightly tangy and vibrant spinach, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that is both comforting and satisfying. This healthy palak toor dal can be enjoyed as a side dish with rice or Roti, or even as a light and wholesome main course. It's a staple dish in many Indian households, cherished for its simplicity, nutritional value, and delightful taste.
pro tips to make arhar ki dal and spinach: 1. Dal will thicken slightly as it cools. Adjust adding the water to your preferred consistency. 2. You can add a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving enhances the flavors and adds a touch of brightness. 3. Instead of toovar dal you can also use moong dal or masoor dal to make this recipe. 4. You can add whole spices like bayleaf, cinnamon stick or black cardamom to the tempering to enhance the flavour of the dal.
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For arhar ki dal with spinach- To make arhar ki dal with spinach recipe, combine toor dal, tomato, turmeric powder and 2 cups of water in a pressure cooker.
- Pressure cook it on a medium flame for 3 whistles. Allow the steam to escape and then open the lid.
- Whisk the dal well and keep aside.
- Heat oil in a deep non-stick pan, add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, hing, curry leaves and onions.
- Sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger-green chilli paste and mix well.
- Add the spinach and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked dal, salt to taste along with 1 cup water. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 4 to 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Serve arhar ki dal with spinach hot garnished with coriander.
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To make arhar ki dal with spinach recipe | Punjabi toovar aur palak ki dal | healthy palak toor dal | in a pressure cooker, add 1 cup toovar (arhar) dal, washed and drained. Toovar dal is the primary ingredient, forming the foundation of the dish. When cooked, it lends a creamy and slightly thick consistency to the dal.
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Add ½ cup chopped tomatoes. Tomatoes introduce a subtle tanginess to the dal, balancing the earthy flavors of the lentils and spinach. This tanginess cuts through the richness of the dal, making it more palatable.
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Add ½ tsp turmeric powder (haldi). Turmeric is a natural coloring agent. It imparts a beautiful golden yellow hue to the dal, making it look more appealing.
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Add 2 cups of water.
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Pressure cook it on a medium flame for 3 whistles.
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Allow the steam to escape and then open the lid.
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Whisk the dal well and keep aside.
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Heat 2 tsp oil in a deep non-stick pan.
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Add ½ tsp cumin seeds (jeera). When tempered in hot oil or ghee, cumin seeds release their aromatic oils, infusing the dal and spinach with a pleasant fragrance.
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Add ½ tsp mustard seeds. When mustard seeds are heated in oil or ghee, they release a pungent, nutty, and slightly bitter flavor that is characteristic of many Indian dishes. This flavor adds depth and complexity to the dish.
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Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing). Asafoetida, also known as hing, is a pungent spice that is commonly used in Indian cuisine, including in dishes like arhar ki dal (toor dal) and spinach. It adds a unique flavor and aroma to these dishes.
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Add 5 to 6 curry leaves. Curry leaves have a unique, pungent, and slightly citrusy aroma that infuses the dal and spinach with a refreshing and earthy flavor.
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Add ½ cup finely chopped onions. When sautéed in oil or ghee, onions release their aromatic compounds, creating a flavorful base for the dish. This base infuses the dal and spinach with a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor.
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Sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic. Garlic is a powerful aromatic. When sautéed in oil or ghee, it releases its pungent aroma and flavor, which forms the base for the entire dish. It adds a warm, savory depth that complements the earthy notes of both the dal and spinach.
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Add 2 tsp ginger-green chilli paste. Green chilies provide the necessary heat and spiciness to the dish, balancing the earthy flavors of the lentils and spinach. Ginger complements the chilies with its sharp, pungent flavor, adding depth and warmth.
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Mix well.
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Add 2 cups shredded spinach. Spinach is a powerhouse of nutrients, including iron, vitamins (especially A and C), and antioxidants. 1 Adding it to the dal enhances the dish's nutritional value.
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Cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
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Add the cooked dal.
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Add salt to taste.
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Add 1 cup water.
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Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 4 to 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
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Serve arhar ki dal with spinach recipe | Punjabi toovar aur palak ki dal | healthy palak toor dal | hot garnished with coriander.
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Dal will thicken slightly as it cools. Adjust adding the water to your preferred consistency.
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You can add a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving enhances the flavors and adds a touch of brightness.
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Instead of toovar dal you can also use moong dal or masoor dal to make this recipe.
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You can add whole spices like, bayleaf, cinnamon stick or black cardamom to the tempering to enhance the flavour of the dal.
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Benefits of Arhar ki Dal with Spinach
- One serving of Arhar ki Dal with Spinach delivers 35% folic acid, 20% vitamin B1, 15% protein of your Recommended Dietary Allowance ( RDA).
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Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
| Energy | 146 cal |
| Protein | 8.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 22 g |
| Fiber | 4.1 g |
| Fat | 2.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 26.6 mg |
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