Simple Lemon Urad Dal

As much as I enjoy cooking, there are days when I want a meal to come together with little fuss. Dal soups and curries are always a fine choice. Nourishing and warming, oftentimes such easy preparations are the ultimate comfort food. Soothing and modestly spiced with a lemony undertone, this creamy urad dal pairs well with basmati rice. To dress the meal up a bit more, consider serving the dal with cracked black pepper rice. Any dal could be used in place of the urad dal, such as chana, toor or mung dal. Each dal is distinctive and will change the texture and flavor of any dal dish made, so experimenting with various lentils from the pantry will result in a different taste experience each time. Though I cook with toor dal more often, I...



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