Daal Pappad

Daal Pappad is a delightful Indian side dish that features spiced lentils served with crispy, gluten-free pappadums. This combination creates a satisfying and nutritious accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

• Yellow split peas (toor dal) - 100 grams
• Water - 500 ml
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Green chili (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Ghee or oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Pappadums - 4 pieces

Steps

1. Rinse the yellow split peas under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a pot, add the rinsed split peas, water, turmeric powder, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the peas are soft and cooked through.
4. In a small frying pan, heat ghee or oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
5. Add grated ginger and chopped green chili to the frying pan, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Stir the sautéed mixture into the cooked dal and mix well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro.
8. In the meantime, roast or fry the pappadums according to package instructions until crispy.
9. Serve the daal hot with the crispy pappadums on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in essential vitamins and minerals, supporting overall health.

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