13 Reviews of Dhal - Lentil Puree

From: Michelle S.

On Sep 17, 2004

This recipe was the highlight of the Indian Luncheon I prepared for some of my coworkers. It was flavorful and almost creamy and great over Basmati rice. I followed the directions exactly and was rewarded with much praise for this recipe. It was a fabulous side dish to go with an Indian meal.

From: Charishma Ramchandani

On Jul 11, 2002

This is one of my favourites when I'm in mood for simple good food. I've made this before too using 1 small cinnamon stick(about 1 tsp) and 1/2 tsp cumin seeds instead of the ginger and garlic. Also, I've used just 3 cups of water instead of 4 and 1 tsp. oil instead of 1 1/2 tbsp. I like this soup garnished with lots of corriander leaves. This really goes great with hot steamed white rice and some low-fat yogurt!

From: Tebo

On Nov 10, 2002

I have a couple of dal recipes that I like and now this one joins them. This is certainly easy to do and has a great taste. I did add a little chile to spice it up though. Glad you posted this ChrissO

From: Missy Wombat

On Oct 11, 2003

Good basic daal recipe that can be dressed up any way or just eaten as is. Reliable recipe.

From: vegitaliana

On Jun 13, 2005

Absolutely delicious. Added garam masala and a bit more hot pepper and ate it with basmati rice and yogurt (see photo). Mmmm! Thanks for an easy winning recipe!

From: Ang11002

On Sep 18, 2005

I made this last nite and agree with Varsha. Filling but could use a little spicing up! I added a bit of garam masala and crushed red pepper flakes. I also wish I had had some sour cream or something to stir in. Thanks for an easy recipe though mine turned out very orange...not like the pics! (I used red lentils from a middle eastern store)

From: Mommy Greenest

On Nov 1, 2006

This dish was just ok. I had high hopes for it because this is one of my favorite dishes from our favorite Indian restaurant. It seemed very bland. I should've read more of the reviews and followed some of the advice. It definitely needed an additional spice or two.

From: Little Italy

On Jun 16, 2006

This was great. My mom is no longer allowed to eat meat, so I made this with rice and some baked tofu on the side...it was really good. I reccomend adding some hot sauce, as it did need an extra "kick"

From: Sue L

On Sep 10, 2003

This makes a terrific dal. Smooth and creamy. The only change I made was to add a touch of garam masala at the end of cooking. Will be a regular recipe. Thanks for posting!

From: eatrealfood

On Dec 26, 2004

good recipe, but it could use some heat - i added 1/2tsp each of chilli powder and coriander powder, and i also used 2 cinammon sticks and a bay leaf. i also added half a tomato in this. i tempered it with cumin seeds and garnished with cilantro, and it was wonderful to have on a lazy wintry night.