For: Nitra Fenugreek Seed (Methi)
Fenugreek-Tempered Yellow Dal
- Vegan
- Indian
- 30 min
- Serves 4
A simple dal with a fragrant, slightly bitter tempering of whole fenugreek seed and dried chilli.
04 · Spices & Masalas
Method
- 1
Cook the dal
Boil the dal with turmeric and water until soft, 15–25 minutes depending on the variety.
- 2
Temper the fenugreek
Heat the oil and add the fenugreek seed, garlic and dried chillies, frying until the seeds darken slightly and the garlic turns golden.
- 3
Combine
Pour the tempering over the cooked dal.
- 4
Season
Season with salt and stir to combine.
- 5
Serve
Simmer 3–4 minutes and serve hot.
Nitra tip
Fenugreek seed burns and turns bitter quickly — fry it just until it darkens slightly, not longer.
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