Baked Daal Tadka

Baked Daal Tadka is a comforting and flavorful Indian dish that combines lentils with aromatic spices, baked to perfection. This unique twist on the classic daal offers a rich, hearty meal that's both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Red lentils - 1 cup
• Water - 3 cups
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Ghee or oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic cloves, minced - 2
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Green chili, slit - 1
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 small
• Tomato, chopped - 1 medium
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Rinse the red lentils under cold water and drain.
3. In a saucepan, combine the lentils, water, turmeric powder, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the lentils are soft.
4. While the lentils are cooking, heat ghee or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
5. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the chopped tomato and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens.
8. Add garam masala and mix well. Combine this mixture with the cooked lentils in a baking dish.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is slightly golden.
10. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped cilantro and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from lentils, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from spices and herbs.

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