ABOUT
Dal or lentil is a staple dish in almost all Indian households; in fact it is prepared every day in most of them. With so many varieties of dals available, it is possible to make different dal each time to go with the rest of the meal. Mix dal is the mixture of dals available and is packed with all nutrition.One of the most significant benefits of mix dal is its role in facilitating weight loss. Mix dal is packed with fibre and plat-based protein, which are known to help reduce weight. The folic acid in mix dal helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially red blood cells. Being rich in Phosphorus it works with Calcium to build our bones, high in fibre and good for heart, good for lowering cholesterol and good for diabetes.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS (100 G OF EDIBLE PORTION)

Energy (kcal)
Carbohydrate (g)
Protein (g)
Fat (g)

HEALTH BENEFITS

Help in lowering cholesterol because of the fiber content in them.

Mixed dal have a very high level of proteins in them hence it is very good for all the vegetarians.

Mixed dal are a good source of folate

They maintain digestive health and boost our energy levels.

RECIPE AND NUTRITIONAL VALUE

Masoor dal kawada
Ingredients

Split pigeon pea (toor dal/arhar dal) soaked, drained and boiled with enough water and turmeric powder 1/4 cup

Split Bengal gram (chana dal) soaked, drained and boiled with enough water and turmeric powder 1/4 cup

Ghee 1 tablespoons
Cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon

Asafoetida a pinch

Garlic cloves chopped 1 inch

Ginger chopped 1 inch piece

Onions chopped 1 medium

Salt to taste

Tomatoes chopped 1 medium

Red chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon

Turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon

Cumin powder 1/4 teaspoon

Coriander powder 1/2 teaspoon

Garam masala powder 1/2 teaspoon

Juice of 1 lemon

Fresh coriander leaves chopped 1 tablespoon

Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
nutrition
Calories  320 Kcal
Carbohydrates    77 gm
Protein   12 gm
Fat   9 gm
Method
Step 1
instructions

Heat ghee in a non-stick pan and add cumin seeds. Once they change colour, add asafetida and mix.

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Add garlic and ginger and sauté on medium heat for a minute. Add onions and a pinch of salt and sauté till the onions turn golden brown

Add tomatoes and sauté till they turn pulpy.

Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder andgaram masala powder and mix well. Cook for a minute and add the cooked grams and salt. Mix well.

Add water if required and bring to a boil.
Add lemon juice and remove from heat.

Transfer into a serving bowl, garnish with corianderleaves and serve hot.

REFERENCE
https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/high-protein-diet-4-dals-combine-to-make-this-nutritious-and-delicious-mixed-dal-recipe-video-2177067

https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/high-protein-diet-4-dals-combine-to-make-this-nutritious-and-delicious-mixed-dal-recipe-video-2177067

Nutritive value of Indian food by C. Gopalan