For: Nitra Sunflower Oil

Everyday Tempered Dal

  • Vegan
  • Indian
  • ⏱ 30 min
  • Serves 4

A simple, all-purpose tempered dal that showcases Nitra Sunflower Oil's clean, neutral flavour in a classic tadka.

03 · Flour, Sugar, Oil & SaffronEveryday Tempered Dal

Method

  1. 1

    Cook the dal

    Boil the dal of your choice with the turmeric and water until soft, 15–25 minutes depending on the variety used.

  2. 2

    Season

    Mash lightly and season with salt.

  3. 3

    Heat the oil

    Heat the sunflower oil in a small pan until shimmering but not smoking.

  4. 4

    Temper

    Add the mustard seed, garlic and dried chillies, and fry until the mustard crackles and the garlic turns golden. Stir in the asafoetida.

  5. 5

    Combine

    Pour the sizzling tempering over the dal and stir to combine. Serve hot with rice or roti.

Nitra tip

Sunflower oil's neutral flavour makes it the right choice for tempering when you want the spices, not the oil, to carry the dish.