Dal Tadka Recipe - How to Make Restaurant- Style Dal Tadka at Home

Dal Tadka is one of the most popular Indian dal recipes, loved for its rich flavors and aromatic tempering. Made with yellow lentils (toor dal or moong dal), this lentil curry recipe is packed with protein and makes for a wholesome meal. In this blog, we will guide you step-by-step on how to make dal tadka using KPG Masale to bring out the authentic flavors.

Ingredients for Dal Tadka

For the Dal:
• 1 cup Toor Dal (pigeon pea lentils) or Moong Dal
• 3 cups Water
• 1 small Tomato (chopped)
• 1 small Onion (chopped)
• 1 Green Chili (slit)
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (Haldi) – KPG Masale
• 1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste)

For the Tadka (Tempering):
• 2 tablespoons Ghee or Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
• 4-5 Garlic Cloves (finely chopped)
• 1 Dry Red Chili
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder – KPG Masale
• 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala – KPG Masale
• 1/2 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
• A pinch of Asafoetida (Hing)
• Fresh Coriander Leaves (for garnish)

Step 1: Cook the Dal
1. Rinse the dal thoroughly and soak it for 15-20 minutes.
2. In a pressure cooker, add dal, water, turmeric powder, salt, green chili, chopped tomato, and onion.
3. Cook for 3-4 whistles until the dal turns soft and mushy. Mash it slightly for a creamy consistency.

Step 2: Prepare the Tadka
1. Heat ghee in a small pan.
2. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and let them splutter.
3. Add chopped garlic and dry red chili; sauté until garlic turns golden.
4. Mix in red chili powder, garam masala, and asafoetida.
5. Pour this tempering over the cooked dal and mix well.

Step 3: Garnish and Serve
• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
• Serve hot with steamed rice, jeera rice, or roti.

Tips for the Best Dal Tadka

•Use KPG Masale for a perfect blend of spices that enhances the taste.
• For a smoky flavor, try the Dhungar method by placing a lit charcoal in a small bowl inside the dal, adding a drop of ghee, and covering it for a few minutes.
• Adjust the consistency by adding water if the dal is too thick.

Why Choose KPG Masale for Dal Tadka?

KPG Masale brings the authentic flavors of Indian spices to your kitchen. Our premium-quality turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala add the perfect aroma and taste to your dal tadka recipe.
Enjoy this delicious and comforting Indian dal recipe with family and friends. Try it today and bring restaurant-style flavors to your home with KPG Masale!