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Dal Tadka
Soft yellow lentils simmered until creamy and finished with a sizzling tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chilies poured over the top. Simple, comforting, and endlessly satisfying with rice.



Method
01
Step 1
Rinse the dal in a bowl under cold water, swishing and draining 3 or 4 times until the water runs mostly clear. This removes surface starch and grit.
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