Dal Rice

Experience the comforting embrace of traditional Indian flavors with this wholesome Dal Rice recipe. Featuring a harmonious blend of fluffy basmati rice and protein-packed moong dal, this dish is simmered to perfection with fragrant spices like cumin, mustard seeds, and a hint of turmeric. A sizzling ghee tempering, infused with green chilies and asafoetida, takes this simple yet hearty dish to the next level, offering a burst of aroma and flavor in every bite. Topped with fresh coriander leaves, this one-pot wonder pairs beautifully with yogurt or tangy pickles, making it an ideal meal for easy weeknight dinners or a soul-soothing lunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free and vegetarian classic is your ticket to an authentic taste of Indian comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 0.5 cup Moong dal (yellow lentils)
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 whole Green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice and moong dal separately in cold water until the water runs clear, then soak each in water for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Drain the soaked rice and dal. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.

Step 3

Add the rice, dal, and salt to the boiling water. Stir well, reduce the heat to low, and cover the pot with a lid. Let it simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 4

While the rice and dal are cooking, heat the ghee in a small pan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds to the ghee. When the seeds start to splutter, add the asafoetida and turmeric powder.

Step 6

Slit the green chilies and add them to the pan, sauté for another minute.

Step 7

Once the rice and dal are cooked (they should be soft and the water should be absorbed), add the tempering (tadka) from the small pan into the pot with rice and dal.

Step 8

Gently stir to mix the tempering evenly throughout the dal rice.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot with yogurt or a pickle on the side for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1335.5 grams (1335.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	891

Total Fat 32.40g	42%
Saturated Fat 18.30g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 73mg	24%
Sodium 2419mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 116.90g	43%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 4.90g
Protein 33.70g	67%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181mg	14%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1544mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.6%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 52.3%