Spicy Urad Dal (Black Lentil Dal)
Oct 11, 2025 02:28 AM
Spicy urad dal - black dal is a flavorful way to enjoy a hearty protein packed meal any night of the week. This easy Instant Pot recipe cooks up in less than 30 minutes and needs very little prep time. If you are looking for a bold blend of spices that you and your family will adore, then you should make this dal tonight!
Urad dal, while commonly called a lentil, is not actually a lentil. Instead this actually refers to a black gram.
Black gram is a pulse related to mung beans and cowpeas. Like lentils, they pack tons of protein.
They originated in India. Many people still cook them in India in dishes like this spicy urad dal or dal makhani.
You'll love this bold dish not just for its mouthwatering blend of spices and depth of flavor but also for its wholesome heartiness. This is a plant-based protein packed meal between the black gram and the chickpeas. With its high protein count, you and your family will be pleasantly full and satisfied after enjoying this perfectly spiced dish.
Not only is it wholesome and delicious, but you can make this quickly and easily thanks to your Instant Pot. The pressure cooker makes preparing this a snap so you can enjoy it whenever you want!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup split Black gram dal / split urad dal
- ½ cup Chana dal
- 2 tbsp Ghee or oil.
- 1 tbsp. Cumin seeds
- 1 Dry bay leaves
- 3 Garlic cloves/ chopped.
- 1 Medium onion/ finely chopped
- 1 tsp Fresh chopped ginger
- 2 tbsp Chopped cilantro (garnish)
- 2 tsp Red chili powder
- ½ tsp Turmeric powder
- 2 medium Tomatoes/ finely chopped - or 2 tbsp tomato paste.
- 1 tbsp. Dried fenugreek leaves /Kasoori methi -
- 2 tsp Cumin/coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- 4 cups Water
Total Time:
30 minutes
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