“Dal chawal is the most traditional Indian food,” my neighbor Seema said. I nodded, noting that rice-and-bean dishes are prevalent in many cultures because our bodies can only absorb their proteins ...

Lentils are eaten in many parts of the world, but no cuisine has done as much with them, and as artfully, as that of the South Asian subcontinent. The seemingly endless variety of dal—which refers ...

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Makes enough for a mother, a young daughter, and a guest Active time: 20 minutes. Start to finish (including soaking): 1.5 hours Mound the rice into a bowl or plate, and spoon the dal over it. I like ...

Vegetarian’ Tag in Hindu Tradition In India, lentils form the backbone of traditional meals. Whether someone follows a ...

The origins of dal pakaudi can be traced back to ancient India, when lentils were a staple in every household. The dish was ...

Recently, two Indian dals were identified across the world as the most nutritious dishes under the category of 'Best-rated stews with vegetables and lentils'. Both these dishes are so common that we ...

Red Lentil Dal, also known as masoor dal, is a nutritious, easy-to-make meal. It is rich in fibre, protein, and essential vitamins. This dish is good for digestion, heart health, and weight management ...

With nutritious dried red lentils and few other ingredients, you can prepare an Indian-style dish to centre a tasty meal around. I’m referring to dal (also spelled dahl), an Indian term for dried ...