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Instant Pot Dal Tadka Recipe: Simple & Flavorful

This Instant Pot Dal Tadka recipe is a simple and flavorful Indian dish made with yellow lentils and a variety of spices. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Small Pan

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow lentils (toor dal)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green chili, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions: 

  • Rinse the lentils under running water until the water runs clear.
  • In the Instant Pot, add lentils, water, onion, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, green chili, turmeric powder, and salt. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing position.
  • Pressure cook on high for 8 minutes. Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.
  • In a small pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
  • Add garam masala, red chili powder, and quickly pour this tempering over the cooked dal.
  • Stir well and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Notes:

Adjust the spice levels according to your preference. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for a tangy flavor.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Keywords:

Keyword Dal Tadka, Indian Recipe, Instant Pot
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