Mar 5, 2021 - This easy chana dal recipe is ready in under 40 minutes. Flavorful spices, vegan, gluten-free and healthy, a tasty Indian dinner awaits! These are the best way to start your …
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2 cups chana dal (split chickpeas) 3 cups water 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 cup diced red onion (from 1 onion) 1 cup diced red bell pepper (from 1 bell pepper)
The black or brown chickpeas (known as kala chana in Hindi) are high in fiber and are a great source of healthy, low fat, and vegan protein. So this dish is an excellent option for those on a low carb or diabetic-friendly diet, or people who prefer vegetarian recipes. Chana dal can even be prepared gluten free by skipping asafoetida!
If you are diabetic, you need to make friends with chana dal. Since it is a dry legume, you do need to soak overnight first. You can probably do the “quick soak” method of boiling in water for a few minutes then letting it soak for an hour, but I haven’t tried that.
This Chana Dal Soup is simple and easy, but does require overnight soaking and a longer cook time. It is so very much worth the wait though! A super healthy, slow-burning carb source packed with protein it’s a perfect THM E meal paired with a dark, leafy green salad and fresh berries. Have you heard of chana dal?