Methi Dal Fry Recipe

Wholesome and comforting, Methi Dal Fry blends the goodness of protein-packed dal and iron-rich fenugreek leaves. A simple yet flavorful North Indian dish perfect for rice or roti, and great for diabetics and health-conscious eaters.

Description

Methi Dal Fry

Servings: 1 bowl (approx. 250g) | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins

Vegan Gluten-Free Iron-Rich Diabetic Friendly Stove Top North Indian
104 kcal
Calories
6.1g
Protein
17.5g
Carbs
1.3g
Fats
4.2g
Fiber
1.15mg
Iron
18mg
Sodium

Note: Values are approximate for 100g per serving, calculated from USDA ingredient data.

🧄 Ingredients

  • ¾ cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
  • 2 cups chopped methi leaves (fenugreek)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • ½ tsp mustard seeds
  • ½ tsp cumin seeds
  • Pinch of hing (asafoetida)
  • 1 dried red chili
  • Few curry leaves
  • Fresh coriander to garnish

🍽️ Instructions

  1. Rinse toor dal well and pressure cook with 2 cups water, turmeric, and a drop of oil for 3–4 whistles. Mash and keep aside.
  2. Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard, cumin, hing, red chili, and curry leaves. Let them splutter.
  3. Add onions and sauté till soft. Stir in ginger garlic paste and cook until raw smell goes.
  4. Add chopped tomatoes, chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook till tomatoes turn mushy.
  5. Now add chopped methi leaves. Cook until wilted and fragrant.
  6. Pour in the cooked dal, adjust consistency with water if needed, and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
  7. Garnish with coriander and serve hot with rice or roti.
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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
  • 2 cups chopped methi leaves (fenugreek)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • ½ tsp mustard seeds
  • ½ tsp cumin seeds
  • Pinch of hing (asafoetida)
  • 1 dried red chili
  • Few curry leaves
  • Fresh coriander to garnish

 

Additional information

calories

100-120

Carbohydrates

15-20

Cooking Method

Stove Top

Cuisine Type

North Indian

Diet Type

Anything, Gulten-Free, Iron-Rich, Veg, Vegan

Fat

0-2

Fiber

4-6

Health Goal

Digestion Support, Healthy lifestyle

Special Category

Kids Special

Prep Time

10–30 mins

Protein

4-6

Taste / Flavor

Mild, Tangy

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