Dahi Dal (yogurt Lentil Curry With Spinach)
  1. Wash the split moong dal under cold water until the water runs clear.

  2. Put the dal in a large saucepan with 400 ml (14 fl oz) boiling water and bring to the boil.

  3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Once cooked, allow to sit for 5 minutes.

  4. Blend the dal using a stick blender, until fairly smooth.

  5. Place the spinach into a large heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to just cover.

  6. Leave for 1 minute, drain in a colander and allow to cool.

  7. Process the spinach in a food processor until smooth and set aside.

  8. Heat the ghee in a deep saucepan and gently cook the onions for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  9. Add all the spices and cook for a further 1 minutes before stirring in the spinach.

  10. Cook for 5 minutes, then pour in the yogurt and cook for 2 more minutes.

  11. Finally, stir in the blended dal, season with salt and cook for a further 5-10 minutes, adding the water a little at a time if it is getting too thick.

  12. Check the seasoning and serve.

  13. Enjoy!

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥕Vegetarian🌾Gluten-free...

Category🍛Curry

Cuisine🇮🇳Indian

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 30m

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