What Can I Cook With Toor Dal?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with toor dal
Got toor dal in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Toor Dal
What Can I Cook With Toor Dal And...
🧅🍅With Onion + Tomato:
- →Dal Fry
- →Sambar
- →Toor Dal Tadka
- →Toor Dal Curry
- →Amti
🍚With Rice:
- →Toor Dal Rice
- →Varan Bhaat
- →Sambar with Rice
- →Bele Bath
🍞With Bread / Roti:
- →Dal Fry with Roti
- →Toor Dal with Naan
- →Puran Poli
Common Mistakes When Cooking Toor Dal
- ✕Don't skip soaking toor dal for 30 minutes - it cooks faster
- ✕Wash thoroughly until water runs clear to remove oily coating
- ✕Don't forget to skim off the foam while boiling
- ✕Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles for perfectly soft dal
- ✕Add tamarind or tomatoes only after dal is fully cooked
How to Store Toor Dal
Dry toor dal lasts 6-12 months. Cooked dal lasts 3-4 days in the fridge.
Learn more about toor dal storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with toor dal?
Dal tadka, sambar, rasam, dal fry, Gujarati dal, or toor dal khichdi are all staple dishes.
What's the difference between toor dal and moong dal?
Toor dal is heavier and takes longer to cook. Moong dal is lighter and easier to digest. Both are nutritious.
What is the fastest dish to make with toor dal?
Pressure-cooked dal tadka takes 20-25 minutes total including tempering.
Can toor dal be frozen?
Yes, cooked toor dal freezes well for up to 3 months. Freeze without tempering; add fresh tadka when reheating.
What spices go well with toor dal?
Turmeric, cumin, mustard seeds, curry leaves, asafoetida, garlic, and dried red chilies all enhance toor dal.