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15
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45
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60
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320
calCalories
Recipe Overview
- Author’s name:Vegor
- Recipe type:Main Course
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Recipe Description
Delve into the vibrant and nourishing world of Indian cuisine with this flavorful Split Pea and Spinach Dal. This vegan recipe combines the earthy richness of split peas with the tender bite of fresh spinach, all enveloped in a warm, aromatic blend of spices. The dal is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the spices to infuse and deepen in flavor, creating a dish that is both hearty and comforting. Ideal for a plant-based meal, this dal serves as a delicious and satisfying course, perfect for any time of the year. Its high nutrient content makes it not only a pleasure for the palate but also a boost for your health, embodying the essence of wholesome Indian cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup split peas
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- Salt to taste
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons oil
Steps:
- Rinse split peas under cold water and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.
- Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Sauté until they begin to pop.
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir and cook until onions are translucent.
- Add turmeric and mixed spices, sautéing for an additional minute.
- Add spinach and salt, stirring until spinach is wilted.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve warm.
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