Masoor ki Daal is very popular in Pakistan. Masoor Ki Daal is full of healthy proteins. Lets make this rich, creamy, unique daal recipe.

The recipe is very easy to make and is ready in about 30 minutes, which is great for busy weekdays. The recipe below is a very basic recipe for the masoor ki daal that was prepared at my home. You can dress up the recipe as much as you want.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup red split masoor lentils
• 2 cups water + more as needed
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes or red chili powder
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
• 1 small onion finely sliced in half moons for the tadka or tempering (optional)
• 4 tablespoon canola, sunflower or vegetable oil (optional)

Method:

• Wash lentils till the water runs clear

• Add the lentils, spices and water to a medium-sized stockpot, and bring to a quick boil
• Bring the heat down and let the daal simmer
• When the lentils have absorbed the water (after about 10 minutes), stir the daal with a wooden spoon, pushing it down to achieve desired consistency
• Add 1-2 cups of hot water (depending on how thin or thick you want your daal to be), stir to mix, and let it simmer for another 5 – 10 minutes (again, depending on the consistency you want)
• To prepare the tadka, in a frying pan heat 4 tablespoon of oil. Add chopped onion and fry on medium heat till it’s golden brown.
• Place daal in serving bowl and pour over the tadka with the oil.

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