Breakfast Dal Bowl

Nutrition Information

153 Calories
31g Carbohydrates
25g Protein
351mg Potassium
3g Fiber
12g Sugar

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter or  ghee, divided

  • 2 cups finely chopped white or  yellow onion

  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic

  • 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger

  • 2 teaspoons garam masala

  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

  • 2 cups canned or fresh finely chopped tomatoes

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 5 cups water, plus more as needed

  • 2 cups dried black lentils (such as beluga or whole urad dal; about 1 pound)

  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt

  • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

  • 3/4 cup whole-milk plain yogurt

  • 1/2 teaspoon lime zest

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

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