Lentil Recipes

What better way to enjoy red kidney beans than a delectable preparation of North-Indian style Rajma? It's spicy, tangy and absolutely smashing. Serve with hot rotis or rice and you'll want to prepare this every other day.

The Chakara Pongal is a popular South-Indian delicacy made during all festivals and important occasions. The raisins and the cashews that are added make the dish an absolute delight to have.

Now, who doesn't like channa? Has to be the zombies. Channa can be prepared in 'n' number of ways, but the best is the one prepared in true Punjabi style-spicy and yummy. Coupled with the delicious stuffed kulcha, there's nothing else that defines a match made in heaven.

Ask any Punjabi what he prefers for breakfast, it has to be parathas or the Choley Bhature. The Bhatura isn't like any other poori-it needs special preparation and cooking time. Pair that with delicious choley and you earn a guaranteed trip to foodie heaven. Statutory Warning: It is going to make you full. Like, really full.

Kali Dal is a dish prepared with Urad Daal or whole black grams. The healthy and delicious dal is prepared with a mélange of spices and condiments which complement the lentil. It can be savored with Indian bread or hot steamed rice.

Indian Lentil Soup or dhaal is an everyday recipe in Indian homes. Learn how to make/prepare Indian Lentil Soup by following this easy recipe.

Dal Dhokli is a traditional Gujrati recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Daal Dhokli by following this easy recipe.

Shukto is a traditional Bengali recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Shukto by following this easy recipe.

Gatte ki sabzi, an authentic dish from Rajasthani cuisine is a delicious curry or gravy prepared with gram flour as base ingredient. Gatte means cooked gram flour dumplings, which are added to the spicy curd gravy to make this irresistible curry.

Sundal is a typical South Indian dish made with Channa dal. This is an extreamly healthy snack that is made garnished with coconut and curry leaves. A must-have dish for all you health freaks out there.

Dhansak is a traditional Parsi recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Dhansak by following this easy recipe.

With the mixture of onions, tomato and coconuts forming the broth, and the chana dal patties re-fried to give it that crisp texture, the Dhoka Dalna is the pride of the Bengali cuisine with its piquant and enticing taste.

Pagoda is a popular Malaysian cuisine. Learn how to make/prepare Pagoda by following this easy recipe.

The first meal of the day for most people residing in Andhra Pradesh, the pesarattu that boasts of its nutritional value and delicious taste is one breakfast item that should not be passed.

Moong Dal Dosa is popularly as Pesarattu in Andhra Pradesh. Learn how to make/prepare Pesarattu by following this easy recipe.

Bajra Khichdi has one of the easiest recipes in the culinary and you do not need a rule-book to perfect your skills in preparing this dish. Bajra has various health benefits and helps in fighting diabetes, provides energy, improves digestion and keeps the heart happy. Need more reasons to try this dish?

One can't afford to miss this one if he/she is exploring authentic south Indian cuisine. Prepared using Rice and dry fruits, people with a sweet tooth will absolutely fall in love with this dessert.

South Indians love this! True, it's a dish meant for the Tamil harvesting festival, known as Pongal, but the Ven Pongal is also a favorite breakfast option. It's Tamil Nadu's take on the ever-popular khichdi.

Mysore Rasam is a sweet-smelling soup prepared with pulses and coconut. Learn how to make/prepare Mysore Rassam by following this easy recipe.

Kanjeevaram Idli is a delicious Tamil Nadu idly recipe . Learn how to make/prepare Kanjeevaram Idli by following this easy recipe.

Khichuri is a very popular recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Khichuri by following this easy recipe.

Gujarati Tuvar Dal is a healthy and comforting dish that can be savored with roti or steamed rice. The use of chilies, jaggery and peanuts in the preparation lend it a spicy sour and sweet taste.

Ulava Charu or Horsegram lentil soup is a delicacy from the kitchens of Andhra Pradesh. The soup is tempered with chilies, mustard seeds and curry leaves and garnished with coriander. It is best served hot and serves a perfect accompaniment with the Thali.

Masur Dal is a very popular recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Masoor Daal by following this easy recipe.

Arhar Dal is a very popular recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Toor Dal by following this easy recipe.