# Protein Packed Black Dal with Crispy Grated Tofu

A rich, creamy dal with smoky flavours, topped with crispy tofu and served with naan – the perfect hearty and satisfying meal!

- Cuisine: Indian
- Category: Drink
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- Black dal
- Tofu crown
- 1 block Crispy grated tofu
- 2 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 large Onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 30 g Fresh ginger
- 30 g Fresh coriander
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp Garam masala
- 1 tbsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Chilli powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 3 Bay leaves
- 2 tbsp Tomato puree
- 1 packet Silken tofu
- 200 ml Water
- 150 ml Cream
- 2 pouches of 250g Cooked Beluga lentils
- 2 tsp Onion powder
- 1 Lime juice
- Red chilli
- Naan bread

## Instructions

1. Grate tofu, toss in garam masala and turmeric, drizzle with oil, and set aside to soak in the flavours.
2. Finely chop onion, garlic, ginger, and coriander stems.
3. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger.
4. Add spices and tomato puree.
5. Stir in silken tofu, water, and cream, and simmer until thickened.
6. Spread the marinated tofu on a baking tray, bake until golden and crispy.
7. Stir lime juice into the dal.
8. Top with crispy tofu, a drizzle of cream, fresh coriander, red chilli, and serve with naan!

## Equipment

- Grater
- Baking tray
- Pan
- Knife
- Spoon
- Stove

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/16LVTq8Tcr/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/bd4ce639-dcde-4b1f-ab66-d6c1dadcfab4
- Extracted: 2025-10-28

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