Dal Saag

A simple yellow split lentil dish simmered until soft, then tempered with aromatic spices and fresh spinach.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 567.9 kcals 1135.8 kcals
Carbohydrates 78.2 grams 156.4 grams
Fat 16.1 grams 32.2 grams
Protein 29.2 grams 58.4 grams
Cook Time
65 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

LegumesPulses
225
g
Moong Daal
yellow split lentils
Liquids
750
ml
NutsSeeds
0.25
tsp
0.25
tsp
0.25
tsp
Asafoetida
or fennel seeds
8
piece
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Sunflower Oil
or vegetable oil
Vegetables
2
tbsp
Ginger
fresh, grated
2
piece
Green Chillies
de-seeded and chopped
100
g
2
piece
Spring Onions
trimmed and chopped

Steps

  • Combine lentils and 750ml water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for approximately one hour until lentils are soft.
  • Heat oil in a large pan and fry mustard seeds, turmeric, cumin, asafoetida, ginger, chillies, and curry leaves for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add cooked lentils to the spiced pan and stir in spinach and spring onions.
  • Heat for two additional minutes, season to taste, and serve.