Sweet Potato Dal
This sweet potato dal is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The dal is made with red lentils, sweet potatoes, onions, ginger-garlic paste, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, coconut milk, and spices. The lentils are cooked in water with cumin and turmeric, and the sweet potatoes are roasted until tender. The onion, ginger-garlic paste, and mustard seeds are sautéed in coconut oil, and the spices are added and cooked for a minute. The lentils and roasted sweet potatoes are then added to the pot and simmered until the dal has thickened. The dal is garnished with cilantro and served with rice or roti.
Dal is a staple dish in many Indian households. It is a simple dish to make, but it is packed with flavor and nutrients. Dal is typically made with lentils, but it can also be made with other legumes, such as chickpeas or black beans. There are many different variations of dal, and each region of India has its own unique take on the dish. This sweet potato dal is a variation on the classic dal recipe. It is made with sweet potatoes, which add a touch of sweetness and creaminess to the dish. The dal is also cooked in coconut milk, which gives it a rich and flavorful taste. This sweet potato dal is a delicious and healthy dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Red lentils
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Onion
  • Ginger-garlic paste
  • Cumin seeds
  • Mustard seeds
  • Coconut milk
  • Spices (turmeric, coriander, red chili powder)
Instructions
  1. Roast the sweet potatoes until tender.
  2. Cook the lentils in water with cumin and turmeric.
  3. Sauté the onion, ginger-garlic paste, and mustard seeds in coconut oil.
  4. Add the spices and cook for a minute.
  5. Pour in the lentils and roasted sweet potatoes.
  6. Simmer until the dal has thickened.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or roti.
Why It Works
  • The sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness and creaminess to the dal.
  • The coconut milk gives the dal a rich and flavorful taste.
  • The spices add a depth of flavor to the dal.
  • The dal is simmered until it has thickened, which gives it a creamy texture.
  • The dal is garnished with cilantro, which adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor.