Split Urad Dal Stir Fry

Overview
Split urad dal is very nutrious and rich in fibre. This is a north Indian dish which can be served as a side dish with rice or chapati.  A touch of lemon juice enhances the flavor of this dish. This dal is very creamy and rich in protein.

Split Urad Dal Stir Fry

Ingredinets for Split Urad Dal Stir Fry

Ingredients
Split urad dal  - 1 cup
Red onions 1 medium finely chopped
Garlic one tablespoon finely chopped
Ginger 1 tablespoon finely chopped
Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
Cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon
Red Crushed pepper flakes - 2 - 3 teaspoon
Lemon Juice about 1 tablespoon
Salt to taste
Oil - 2 tablespoons

Steps
1. Wash and soak the split urad dal for about four hours in plenty of water. Drain and steam in a steamer till the urad dal is cooked. Do not overcook. If the dal is over cooked it will get mashed and be very sticky.
2. Heat oil in a pan. When the oil gets hot add the mustard seeds and let it splutter. After the mustard seeds splutter and the cumin seeds.  Add the finely chopped red onions, garlic and ginger to this and saute well.
3. When the onions get light brown add the turmeric and crushed red pepper flakes and saute well. Add the steamed urad dal to this along with lemon juice and salt mix well. Keep strring till all teh liquid is evaporated and the dish is dry.

Serve hot as a side with any rice or Indian bread.