Gobi Dal - Lentils with Cauliflower

45 minutes Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 35 minutes

299 calories per serving view nutrition facts

6 servings suggest servings

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Ingredients

1/2	pound	masoor dal	(pink lentils)
1	small	cauliflower florets
2	medium	onions	finely chopped
1/2	cup	ghee (clarified butter)	or oil
1	teaspoon	red pepper flakes	ground
2	teaspoons	black pepper	freshly ground
1/2	tablespoon	cumin	ground
1/2	tablespoon	coriander	ground
2	teaspoons	turmeric	ground
1/2	each	lemon	juice of
2 1/2	cups	chicken broth
2	ounces	dessicated coconut
1/2	tablespoon	flour, all-purpose
1	teaspoon	salt
4	ounces	cashew nuts	raw

Directions

Wash the lentils well and drain.

Heat the ghee or oil in a large saucpan and fry the onions.

When they soften add the chili, pepper, cumin, coriander, and turmeric.

Stir in well and cook for 30 seconds or so.

Add the lentils.

Stir well to ensure that each grain is coated and add the lemon juice.

Cut the cauliflower into small florets and add to the pan.

Add the chicken stock and the coconut.

Bring to the boil and simmer for 20 minutes.

Mix the flour with some of the liquid to form a smooth paste and stir into the saucepan.

Add the salt and cashews.

Cook a further 5-10 minutes until the lentils have formed a thick sauce.

This dish is a complete meal in itself when served with plain boiled rice.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 182g

Amount per Serving

Calories 299 75% of calories from fat

	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25.0g	39%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	58%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 44mg	15%
Sodium 650mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 15.0g	5%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	7%
Sugars 4.0g
Protein 7.0g	14%

Vitamin A	11%		Vitamin C	9%
Calcium	3%		Iron	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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