Popular singer Dua Lipa, time and again, has talked about her love for different cuisines. But did you know, just like desi food lovers, Dua Lipa also likes dal? Well, don’t just take our word for it. Watch the episode of Broadcaster Nick Grimshaw and restaurateur Angela Hartnett’s podcast Dish, where the singing sensation appeared as a guest. During the fun chat, Nick asked Dua, “I heard you are a lentil fan. Do you like a lentil?” To this, the star replied, “I love a lentil.” Angela then asked, “Do you like dal? Is that what you are saying?” Dua answered, “I do like dal. Takeaway dal and Indian restaurant dal. Not that I am making it myself.”
Dua Lipa also talked about how she uses packaged lentils and admitted that she does not know how to cook them. She expressed, “To be honest with lentils, I actually have not figured out if you just boil them. And that’s it? I am criminal for the packaged ones because it is just quick.”
Just like Dua Lipa, if you also love dal, below are some recipes you must try:
Here Are 5 Popular Dal Recipes:
1. Dal Fry
It is a popular desi dish made from lentils (dal) cooked until tender and then tempered with spices like cumin, garlic, and onions. It’s often served with rice or bread. Click here for the recipe.
2. Dal Makhani
A rich and creamy dal dish made from black lentils (urad dal) and kidney beans (rajma). It’s a luxurious dish often served on special occasions. Recipe here.
3. Punjabi Dal Tadka
This is a lentil dish from Punjab, where cooked lentils are tempered with ghee (clarified butter), cumin seeds, garlic, and red chilli powder. It pairs well with rice or roti. Click here for the recipe.
4. Kashmiri Chana Dal
This dish is made with split chickpeas (chana dal) cooked with tomatoes, onions, and a blend of Kashmiri spices. It has a slightly sweet and tangy taste. Details recipe here.
5. Palak Dal
Palak dal combines lentils with spinach (palak) cooked together with spices like cumin, turmeric, and garlic. It’s a nutritious dish often served with rice or chapati. Follow the recipe here.