Dal (Lentils)

Discover delicious Indian dal recipes perfected by Manjula’s Kitchen! From creamy dal makhani to tangy tamarind dal, explore authentic flavors at home.


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Black Eyed Beans (Lobia)

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, High Protein, Vegan

Black Eyed Bean is also known as lobia or chawalie. This is a basic recipe, easy and nutritious recipe to make, very delicious and protein rich.

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Mixed Dal (Mixed Lentils)

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, High Protein

This is a delicious and nutritional dish that accompanies many different meals. Mixing different lentils gives a more interesting flavor. Dal is a staple dish in most Indian meals. For most Indian vegetarians, dal is a frequent source of protein in their diet.

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Kala Chana (Black Chana)

Dal (Lentils), Diabetic, Gluten Free, High Protein, Low Fat, Vegan, Winter Recipes

Kala Chana is very high in protein and provides a nutritional meal. It has a low glycemic index and is a good protein option for people with Diabetes. Kala Chana is a variation of the commonly found chickpea but it is dark brown in color and smaller in size. It is also known as Bengal gram.

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Moong Dal Soup

Dal (Lentils), Diabetic, Gluten Free, High Protein, Low Fat, Soups and Salads, Vegan

This is a healthy, vegan soup that is very high in protein. It is made with split Moong dal and flavored with “Hari Cilantro Chutney”. Moong Dal Soup is very flavorful yet simple and easy to make.

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Gatte Ke Kadhi

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, Karwa Chauth, Vegetables Curry / Gravy

This is a popular cuisine from the state of Rajasthan in India. Steamed gram-flour dumplings, cooked in spicy gravy. This mouth-watering dish will complement any meal.

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Laucki Chana Dal (Bottle Gourd, Ghiya, Doodhi)

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, Low Fat, Makar Sankranti, Vegan

Laucki chana dal is a healthy main dish and has both vegetable and lentil making a wholesome meal.

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Chole Palak (Chickpeas With Spinach)

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, High Protein, Low Fat, Quick & Easy, Vegan, Vegetables Curry / Gravy, Winter Recipes

Chickpeas and spinach is a great combination and a healthy, protein rich dish. Chickpeas immersed with spicy spinach gravy. This dish can be served with roti, naan or any other bread.

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Moong Dal With Spinach

Dal (Lentils), Diabetic, Gluten Free, High Protein

Moong dal with spinach is very flavorful tasty and healthy dal. Traditionally served with plain rice and roti.

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Rajma Chawal (Kidney Bean Curry)

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, High Protein, Summer Recipes, Vegan

Rajma chawal (kidney beans with rice) is a great combination. This is a complete meal in itself.

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Kadhi Pakoras

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, Summer Recipes, Vegetables Curry / Gravy

Kadhi is a very popular dish throughout India. Kadhi is a blend of yogurt and besan (gram flour) with besan pakoras. Kadhi is served with plain white rice.

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Dal Makhani

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, Winter Recipes

Dal Makhani is a popular north Indian dish; it is rich and hearty. Dal Makhani is a combination of whole urad and red kidney beans. It goes great with Naan or Tandoori Roti.

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Punjabi Chole

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, Party Recipes, Vegan

Punjabi cholas are best compliment with baturas. The combination is known as chola batura. This is a mouth-watering dish.

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