Dinner for 2
Masoor Dal
Masoor dal simmers with onion, garlic, spices, and lemon juice until tender and thick.
$3.45for 4 servings
$0.86 per serving$3.45 for 4
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The amounts listed are small for a full dinner, so this price per serving is likely low. Plan on a side or a bigger portion.
Photo: curiouscuisiniere.com
- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 2servings (the source says 3, which counts pieces)
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Lentils and split peas$0.11/oz typical | 7 oz | $0.77Typical price |
| Juice, soda and mixers$0.04/oz typical | a little | $0.01Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.52Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.5 | $0.30Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $1.72 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsCooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup masoor dal
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/4 oil
- 1 onion
- 4 cloves garlic
Steps
- Rinse the masoor dal under cool water for 1 minute.
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 1 minute.
- Cook the chopped onion and garlic for 4 minutes, stirring often.
- Add the dal, water, chili powder, turmeric, and salt, then boil for 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 12 minutes, stirring twice, until tender.
- Stir in the lemon juice and cook for 1 minute.
Swaps
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
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