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. 1

    Cook the dal

    Boil the dal with turmeric and water until soft, 15–25 minutes depending on the variety.

  2. 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. 3

    Combine

    Pour the tempering over the cooked dal.

  4. 4

    Season

    Season with salt and stir to combine.

  5. 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.