For: Nitra Black Cardamom

Slow-Cooked Dal with Black Cardamom

  • Vegan
  • Indian
  • 40 min
  • Serves 4

A simple dal given real depth by a single whole black cardamom pod simmered in with the lentils.

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Method

  1. 1

    Simmer the dal with cardamom

    Boil the dal with the black cardamom pod, turmeric and water until soft, 15–25 minutes depending on the lentil used.

  2. 2

    Build the tempering

    Heat the oil and sauté the onion for 6 minutes until golden, then add the tomatoes and cook 6 minutes more.

  3. 3

    Combine

    Stir the tempering into the dal and simmer 10 minutes for the flavours to meld.

  4. 4

    Season

    Season with salt to taste.

  5. 5

    Finish

    Remove the black cardamom pod before serving, as its smoky flavour is meant to infuse the dish, not be eaten directly.

Nitra tip

One pod is plenty for a full pot of dal — black cardamom is powerful enough that more quickly overwhelms everything else.

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