For: Nitra Sunflower Oil
Everyday Tempered Dal
- Vegan
- Indian
- ⏱ 30 min
- Serves 4
A simple, all-purpose tempered dal that showcases Nitra Sunflower Oil's clean, neutral flavour in a classic tadka.
03 · Flour, Sugar, Oil & Saffron
Method
- 1
Cook the dal
Boil the dal of your choice with the turmeric and water until soft, 15–25 minutes depending on the variety used.
- 2
Season
Mash lightly and season with salt.
- 3
Heat the oil
Heat the sunflower oil in a small pan until shimmering but not smoking.
- 4
Temper
Add the mustard seed, garlic and dried chillies, and fry until the mustard crackles and the garlic turns golden. Stir in the asafoetida.
- 5
Combine
Pour the sizzling tempering over the dal and stir to combine. Serve hot with rice or roti.
Nitra tip
Sunflower oil's neutral flavour makes it the right choice for tempering when you want the spices, not the oil, to carry the dish.
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