Dal recipe

High Protein Veg Bowl

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🌿 Green Peas–Moong Dal–Oats–Paneer Tikki

(High protein • High fiber • Pan-seared or air-fryer friendly)

Ingredients

  • Green peas – ½ cup (boiled & lightly mashed)
  • Moong dal (yellow or split green) – ½ cup (soaked 3–4 hrs, boiled & mashed)
  • Paneer – 100 g (grated)
  • Oats – ½ cup (dry roasted & powdered)
  • Ginger – 1 tsp (grated)
  • Green chilli – 1 (finely chopped, optional)
  • Cumin powder – ½ tsp
  • Coriander powder – ½ tsp
  • Garam masala – ÂĽ tsp
  • Turmeric – a pinch
  • Salt – to taste
  • Fresh coriander – 2 tbsp (chopped)
  • Lemon juice – 1 tsp
  • Cold-pressed oil – 1–2 tsp (for shallow frying)

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix peas, moong dal, paneer, oats powder.
  2. Add ginger, chilli, spices, salt, lemon juice & coriander.
  3. Mix well into a soft dough.
    (If too soft, add more oats powder.)
  4. Shape into flat tikkis.
  5. Cook on a non-stick pan with minimal oil until golden on both sides.
    👉 You can also air-fry at 180°C for 12–15 min.

🍋 Tangy Toor Dal–Lauki–Ginger Sauce

(Protein-rich, gut-friendly, oil-free option possible)

Ingredients

  • Toor dal – ½ cup (boiled & mashed)
  • Lauki (bottle gourd) – ½ cup (chopped & boiled)
  • Ginger – 1 tsp (grated)
  • Dry red chilli – 1
  • Tamarind pulp – 1–2 tsp (adjust tanginess)
  • Turmeric – ÂĽ tsp
  • Cumin seeds – ½ tsp
  • Mustard seeds – ÂĽ tsp
  • Hing – pinch
  • Salt – to taste
  • Water – as needed
  • Ghee or oil – 1 tsp (optional)

Method

  1. Blend boiled lauki + toor dal + ginger into a smooth sauce.
  2. Heat oil/ghee, add cumin, mustard, red chilli & hing.
  3. Add turmeric, dal-lauki paste, salt & water.
  4. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
  5. Add tamarind pulp, mix well, adjust seasoning.

👉 Consistency should be pourable but thick.

🥗 Fresh Tomato–Cucumber–Pomegranate Salad

Ingredients

  • Tomato – 1 (chopped)
  • Cucumber – 1 (chopped)
  • Pomegranate – 2 tbsp
  • Black salt – to taste
  • Roasted cumin powder – pinch
  • Lemon juice – 1–2 tsp
  • Fresh mint or coriander – optional

Method

Mix everything just before serving.

🍽 How to Serve

  • Place 2–3 hot tikkis on a plate
  • Pour warm tangy dal-lauki sauce on top or on the side
  • Add fresh salad for crunch and vitamin boost

🌟 Health Benefits

  • High protein: Moong dal + toor dal + paneer
  • High fiber: Oats, lauki, peas
  • Low GI & heart-friendly
  • Good for digestion & weight management

How to make Vegetable and Lentil Stew

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🥣 Vegetable and Lentil Stew (Indian-Style)

âś… Great for: Light lunch or dinner

🥄 Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup moong dal (yellow split lentils) or masoor dal (red lentils) — washed
  • 2 cups chopped soft vegetables, such as:
    • Carrot
    • Bottle gourd (lauki)
    • Pumpkin
    • Zucchini
    • Spinach (optional)
  • 1 small tomato (optional — for a mild tang)
  • 1/2 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • A pinch of asafoetida (hing) – optional
  • 1 tsp ghee or coconut oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2.5 to 3 cups water (adjust for consistency)
  • Fresh coriander, chopped (optional)

🔥 Instructions:

  1. Cook dal and vegetables together:
    • In a pressure cooker or pot, add washed dal, chopped vegetables, turmeric, tomato (if using), and 2.5–3 cups water.
    • Cook until the dal is soft and vegetables are tender.
      • Pressure cooker: ~2–3 whistles
      • Pot: ~25 minutes simmering
  2. Mash or blend slightly (optional):
    • For a smoother texture, lightly mash with a ladle or blend briefly using a hand blender. This is ideal if chewing is an issue post-surgery.
  3. Prepare mild tempering:
    • In a small pan, heat 1 tsp ghee or coconut oil.
    • Add cumin seeds, let them splutter.
    • Add grated ginger and hing (if using), sautĂ© for a few seconds.
  4. Combine:
    • Pour the tempering into the dal-vegetable mix.
    • Add salt to taste and simmer for 2–3 minutes more.
  5. Serve:
    • Garnish with coriander if desired.
    • Serve warm as a soup or over soft rice.

🩺 Why It’s Ideal for Recovery:

  • Moong or masoor dal = light and easy-to-digest protein
  • Cooked veggies = fiber, vitamins, and minerals
  • Mild spices = anti-inflammatory and digestion-friendly
  • Soft texture = easy on healing gut

How to make Masoor Dal Soup

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🥣 Masoor Dal Soup

âś… Serves: 2

⏱ Prep + Cook Time: 25–30 minutes

🥄 Texture: Smooth or slightly chunky (your choice)

🧄 Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup masoor dal (red lentils) – rinsed well
  • 1 small tomato – chopped (optional, adds mild tang)
  • 1 clove garlic – minced (optional, aids digestion)
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
  • A pinch of asafoetida (hing) – optional, helps with bloating
  • 1 tsp ghee or very light oil
  • Salt – to taste
  • 2–3 cups water
  • Fresh coriander (cilantro) – for garnish (optional)

🔥 Instructions:

  1. Pressure cook or boil the dal:
    • In a pressure cooker or pot, add washed masoor dal, turmeric, tomato (if using), and 2 cups water.
    • Cook until soft (2–3 whistles in a pressure cooker or ~20 minutes in a pot).
  2. Mash or blend:
    • Once cooled, mash the dal with a spoon or blend it for a smooth texture (optional, depending on how soft you want it).
  3. Temper the soup:
    • In a small pan, heat 1 tsp ghee.
    • Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
    • Add garlic (if using) and sautĂ© lightly until golden.
    • Add a pinch of hing.
  4. Combine:
    • Pour the tempering into the cooked dal.
    • Add salt to taste.
    • Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
    • Simmer for 2–3 minutes to bring it all together.
  5. Serve:
    • Garnish with a bit of fresh coriander (if desired).
    • Serve warm — you can sip it like soup or pair it with soft rice or toast.

đź’ˇ Tips for Recovery:

  • Add a few drops of lemon juice only if tolerated (after 1–2 weeks post-surgery).
  • Skip chili entirely to keep it gut-friendly.
  • You can add carrot or bottle gourd for extra nutrients if needed.

Hoe to make Urad Dal Palak Mini Tikki

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🥬 Urad Dal Palak Mini Tikki (Healthy Indian Snack)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup split urad dal (soaked 4–5 hrs)
  • 1 cup finely chopped spinach (palak)
  • 1–2 green chilies
  • 1-inch ginger
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp rice flour or besan (for binding)
  • 1 tsp oil (for brushing/pan-frying)

Instructions:

  1. Grind soaked urad dal with green chili & ginger to a coarse paste (no water or very little).
  2. Mix the paste with chopped spinach, spices, salt & rice flour.
  3. Shape into small tikkis (bite-sized).
  4. Pan-fry or air-fry with minimal oil until crisp and golden on both sides.

🧄 Serve hot with green chutney or curd dip.
✨ High in protein & iron, perfect for kids’ tiffin or evening snacks!

How to make Idli Upma with Veggies

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Healthy Idli Upma with Veggies

Ingredients:

  • 6-8 leftover idlis, crumbled into small pieces
  • 1 tbsp oil (olive, sunflower, or any healthy oil)
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp urad dal (optional)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup mixed veggies (carrot, peas, beans, capsicum), finely chopped
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • A handful of fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1 tbsp roasted peanuts or cashews (optional, for crunch)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare veggies:
    Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add urad dal and sauté until golden (optional).
  2. Sauté aromatics:
    Add chopped onions and green chili, sauté till translucent.
  3. Cook veggies:
    Add mixed veggies and a pinch of salt. Cook on medium heat for 4-5 minutes till veggies are tender but still crisp.
  4. Add spices:
    Add turmeric powder and mix well.
  5. Add crumbled idli:
    Toss the crumbled idli pieces into the pan, mix gently with the veggies. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the idli pieces heat through and absorb the flavors.
  6. Finish:
    Turn off the heat, squeeze lemon juice, and sprinkle chopped coriander leaves. Add roasted peanuts or cashews if using.
  7. Serve:
    Serve hot with coconut chutney or plain yogurt.

Tips:

  • You can add mustard seeds and curry leaves for an authentic South Indian flavor.
  • Adding a pinch of black pepper or chaat masala can give a nice spicy tang.
  • If you want a little more texture, sprinkle some grated coconut on top.

How to make Corn Mungdal Tikki

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Healthy Corn Mung Dal Tikki Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup yellow mung dal (moong dal), soaked for 2-3 hours
  • 1/2 cup boiled corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup coriander leaves, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds or cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp whole wheat flour or besan (gram flour) — for binding
  • A little oil for shallow frying (or use a non-stick pan with minimal oil)

Instructions:

  1. Cook mung dal: Drain the soaked mung dal and pressure cook or boil it until soft but not mushy (about 2-3 whistles in a pressure cooker or 15-20 mins boiling).
  2. Mash dal: Once cooked, lightly mash the dal, leaving some texture.
  3. Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed mung dal, boiled corn kernels, chopped onion, green chili, coriander, cumin, ginger, turmeric, garam masala, and salt.
  4. Add binding agent: Add whole wheat flour or besan gradually, mixing well to form a dough-like mixture that can hold shape. If too wet, add a little more flour.
  5. Shape tikkis: Divide the mixture into small portions and shape into flat round tikkis (patties).
  6. Cook tikkis: Heat a non-stick pan with a little oil on medium heat. Shallow fry the tikkis until golden brown and crispy on both sides (about 3-4 minutes each side).
  7. Serve: Serve hot with green chutney or yogurt dip.

Tips:

  • You can add grated carrot or finely chopped spinach for extra nutrition.
  • Baking is also an option: Place tikkis on a baking tray, brush lightly with oil, and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 mins, flipping halfway.

How to make Maa Rajma

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🌱 Ingredients:

For the Rajma (Kidney Beans):

  • 1 cup rajma (kidney beans) – soaked overnight (8-10 hrs)
  • 3 cups water – for pressure cooking
  • Salt – to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 black cardamom (optional)

For the Masala:

  • 2 tbsp oil or ghee
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 onion – finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 tomatoes – pureed or finely chopped
  • 2 green chilies – slit (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves) – crushed
  • Fresh coriander leaves – chopped (for garnish)

🥣 Method:

Step 1: Cook the Rajma

  1. Drain soaked rajma.
  2. Add to a pressure cooker with 3 cups of water, salt, bay leaf, and black cardamom.
  3. Pressure cook on medium heat for 5–6 whistles (or until soft).
    • The rajma should mash easily when pressed between fingers.

Step 2: Prepare the Masala

  1. Heat oil/ghee in a deep pan or kadhai.
  2. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  3. Add onions and sauté till golden brown.
  4. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Cook for 1–2 mins till raw smell disappears.
  5. Add tomatoes and cook till the oil separates (bhuno this well!).
  6. Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt (if needed). Cook the masala till aromatic.

Step 3: Combine & Simmer

  1. Add boiled rajma (along with the water it was cooked in) to the masala.
  2. Mix well. Simmer on low flame for at least 20–30 minutes. The more it simmers, the better it tastes.
    • You can mash a few rajma beans with the back of a spoon for a thicker gravy.
  3. Add garam masala and kasuri methi. Mix well and cook for 2 more minutes.

Step 4: Serve

  • Garnish with fresh coriander.
  • Serve hot with steamed rice, jeera rice, or roti.

đź’ˇ Tips:

  • Soaking is key – it helps cook the rajma faster and makes it more digestible.
  • Slow cooking or long simmering deepens the flavor.
  • You can add a little butter or cream at the end for extra richness.

One Pot Dal Rice

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🌾 One-Pot Dal Rice Recipe (Masoor/Moong/Tuvar Dal)

🧄 Ingredients:

  • Rice – 1 cup (basmati or any variety)
  • Dal – ½ cup (moong dal, toor dal, or masoor dal)
  • Water – 3.5 to 4 cups (depending on how soft you want it)
  • Ghee/Oil – 1–2 tbsp
  • Mustard seeds – ½ tsp (optional)
  • Cumin seeds – 1 tsp
  • Hing (asafoetida) – a pinch
  • Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Green chili – 1 (slit or chopped, optional)
  • Ginger – 1 tsp, grated
  • Garlic – 2–3 cloves, minced (optional)
  • Onion – 1 small, chopped (optional)
  • Tomato – 1 medium, chopped (optional)
  • Coriander leaves – for garnish

🍲 Method:

  1. Wash and Soak
    • Rinse rice and dal together 2–3 times.
    • Soak for 15–20 minutes (optional but helps in faster cooking).
  2. Tempering (Optional but flavorful)
    • Heat ghee or oil in a pressure cooker or deep pot.
    • Add mustard seeds and let them pop.
    • Add cumin seeds, hing, ginger, garlic, and green chili.
    • Add onions (if using) and sautĂ© till translucent.
    • Add tomatoes and cook till soft.
  3. Spice & Mix
    • Add turmeric and salt. Mix well.
    • Add the soaked dal and rice. Stir everything together.
  4. Cook
    • Add 3.5 to 4 cups water (adjust based on preferred consistency).
    • If using a pressure cooker: Close lid, cook on medium heat for 2–3 whistles.
    • If using a pot: Cover and cook for 30–35 minutes or until rice and dal are soft. Stir occasionally and add water if needed.
  5. Finishing Touch
    • Open the lid, mash lightly if you like it creamier.
    • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

🍋 Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve hot with a dollop of ghee, pickle, papad, or curd.
  • For kids or mild palates, skip green chili and garlic.

How to Make tasty beans burrito

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Burrito is a mouth-watering Mexican dish and a common cylindrical food item of Mexican and American origin consisting of a tortilla wrapped around a mixed filling of such ingredients as meat, cheese, beans, and vegetables.

Burritos give adequate fiber to improve the body’s metabolism. Hence, the body is able to flush out toxins and maintain optimal blood circulation.

Ingredients:-

  1. Jaun/Jowar/Oats roti-2
  2. Red kidney beans, raw -15 g
  3. Salt -as per taste
  4. Zucchini, chopped -2 tbsp
  5. Green chillis, chopped- 2
  6. Oil -½ tsp
  7. Garlic, chopped  -1 tsp
  8. Onion, chopped -1 tbsp
  9. Tomato puree -2 tbsp
  10. Cinnamon powder -ÂĽ tsp
  11. Coriander leaves, chopped – 1 tsp

Serving Size: 1-2 pieces

Procedure:

1.Firstly Soak red kidney beans overnight ,Next day boil them with a little salt until very soft.

2.Drain excess cooking liquid and set aside.

3.Heat oil in a pan than add garlic and saute for half a minute on medium heat.

4.Now Add onion and stir fry for a minute or till translucent.

5. Add red kidney beans and zucchini. Add salt and cover till zucchini is a little soft.    

6. Add tomato puree, mash beans and zucchini. Mash and mix a little with the help of a potato masher and cook on high heat till the mixture thickens.

7. Stir in the green chillis and cinnamon powder.

8. Warm roti and place a ladle full of bean and zucchini mixture on one side topped with coriander leaves.

9. Fold and serve with green chutney

Nutritional Value Of Beans Burrito –

Carbs-55 gm
Fat-11 gm
Protein-15 gm
calories-371 cal

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How to Make delicious Besan chilla in dosa style

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Besan chilla is one of the healthy Indian Breakfast.This is Protein rich, low calories and Gluten free.

This filling Dish can be served in Breakfast, snacks, lunch and dinner.This is Delicious healthy and easy to make recipe.

Besan chilla is also known for its versatility and customizable dish. This can be easily customized with various ingredients, vegetables .herbs, and spice mixes.

Besan chilla is a good source of Protein,vitamins and minerals like iron, Folic acid,zinc and manganese, which can help maintain a healthy weight.

Ingredients-

  1. 1.5 Cup Besan or chickpea flour
  2. ÂĽ cup rava / suji
  3. ÂĽ cup curd
  4. 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder/Haldi
  5. 1 Cup water
  6. 1 cup chopped carrort
  7. 1 cup Grated Paneer
  8. 1 tomato chopped
  9. 1/2 capsicum chopped
  10. 2 tpsp coriander leaves
  11. 2 tbsp sweet corn
  12. Peri peri Masala 1/2 tsp
  13. Grated cheese 2 tbsp
  14. Salt as per taste
  15. Oil 1tbsp
  16. Green chutney 1 tsp
  17. Garlic chutney 1 tsp

Serving size-1-2

Procedure:-

1. Firstly, in a mixer jar take 1½ cup besan, ¼ cup rava, ¼ cup curd.

2. Add turmeric and Âľ tsp salt add 1 cup water and blend to smooth batter.

3. pour the batter into a large bowl and rest for 10 minutes.

4. Heat the dosa pan and pour the chilla batter

5. Spread as thin as possible

6. Once the chilla is cooked from the top, spread 1 tsp oil.

7. Spread 1 tsp Green chutney and garlic chutney over the chilla

8. Add Paneer, carrot ,tomatoes,capsicium sweet corns,coriander

9.Add Grated cheese ,salt and peri peri masala over the dressing

10.Now spread the stuffing Uniformly and cook for sometime.

11.Roll the chilla tight keeping the stuffing intact.

12.Enjoy Crispy Besan chilla dosa.

Nutritional Value Of Besan Chilla in dosa style

Calories -180Kcal
Protein-9 gm
Carbs-20 gm
Fats-10 gm

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