Low Fat Boiled Toor Dhal
Discover the wholesome allure of **Low Fat Boiled Toor Dhal**, a comforting South Indian classic that's brimming with flavor and nutritious appeal. This easy-to-make recipe highlights tender toor dhal simmered with vibrant spices like turmeric, cumin, and mustard seeds, perfectly balanced by the freshness of tomato, ginger, and green chili. Enhanced with aromatic curry leaves and a hint of asafoetida, this low-fat dish is both healthy and hearty, making it ideal for guilt-free indulgence. Finished with a garnish of fresh cilantro, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or chapati for a satisfying meal. Packed with protein and simple, wholesome ingredients, this dish is a must-try for health-conscious food lovers seeking authentic flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Toor dhal
- 4 cups Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 whole Green chili
- 0.5 inch piece Ginger
- 1 medium Tomato
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
- 1 teaspoon Oil
- 6 leaves Curry leaves
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (coriander leaves)
Instructions
Rinse the toor dhal thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.
In a medium-sized pot, add the rinsed toor dhal, 4 cups of water, and bring to a boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in the turmeric powder and salt.
Add the chopped green chili and grated ginger to the pot. Stir well.
Cover the pot and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the dhal becomes soft and mushy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
While the dhal is cooking, dice the tomato into small pieces and set aside.
In a small pan over medium heat, add 1 teaspoon of oil. Once hot, add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds.
Allow the seeds to splutter, then add the asafoetida, diced tomato, and curry leaves. Sauté until the tomatoes become soft.
Once the dhal is cooked, add the sautéed tomato mixture to the boiling dhal. Stir until well combined.
Adjust the salt according to taste, and finish by garnishing with chopped cilantro.
Serve the Low Fat Boiled Toor Dhal hot with rice or chapati.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
809 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.0 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2426 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.6 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 3176 mg | 68% | |
*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.
