Today I share with you a delicious chutney made using a highly nutritious lentil. It is the Masoor Dal Chutney. It goes well with Idli / Dosa. This dal is protein and iron rich, a perfect addition to a Vegetarian's meal. There are so many health benefits of consuming masoor dal. To name a few, they (are):
👉 gluten-free
👉 good for gut
👉 helps to stabilize blood sugar levels
👉 helps to develop immunity
👉 strengthens bones
👉 good for heart-health
👉 rich in Vitamins A, C & E which is important for eye
However too much of anything is not good for health. Despite having many benefits, consuming masoor dal in excess can lead to gas formation thereby causing stomach upset.
***Recipe***
Ingredients:
Masoor dal ½ cup
Coriander seeds 1 tsp
Cumin seeds 1 tsp
Red chilies 4 to 5
Tamarind small
Jaggery little
Salt to taste
To temper:
Oil
Mustard Seeds 1 tsp
Urad Dal 1/2 tsp
Red Chilli 1
Curry leaves few
Method:
Dry roast masoor dal. Once they brown, transfer them to a vessel /plate.
Next dry roast Coriander seeds, cumin seeds, red chillies and roast them for a minute or until the spices turn aromatic. Then add asafoetida, tamarind and jaggery to it. Saute for few seconds. Switch off the flame.
Once cool, transfer them to a mixer jar. Add salt and grind it into a smooth paste adding little water.
Prepare the tadka. Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, red chilli and curry leaves. When they splutter pour it over the Chutney.
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