Dal Tadka with Jeera Rice | Simple Indian Meal

Enjoy the comforting combination of dal tadka with jeera rice. A light, flavourful Indian vegetarian meal perfect for everyday dining.

Dal Tadka with Jeera Rice is a staple meal for those who appreciate simplicity and balance. This combination offers warmth, nutrition, and gentle flavours that suit all age groups.

Ingredients

1 cup basmati rice

2 cups water

2 tbsp ghee or oil

1½ tsp cumin seeds

1 bay leaf

Salt to taste

Fresh coriander (optional)

• Wash and soak rice for 20 minutes.

• Heat ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds and bay leaf.

• Add drained rice and sauté gently for 1–2 minutes.

• Add water and salt, bring to boil.

• Cover and cook on low flame until rice is done.

• Fluff gently and garnish.

Ingredients

For Dal :-

1 cup yellow moong dal or toor dal

3 cups water

½ tsp turmeric powder

Salt to taste

For Tadka

2 tbsp ghee

1 tsp cumin seeds

4–5 garlic cloves (sliced)

1 dried red chilli

1 small onion (optional)

¼ tsp asafoetida (hing)

1 tsp red chilli powder

Fresh coriander

Step 1: Cook Dal

• Wash dal and pressure cook with turmeric and salt for 3 whistles.

• Mash lightly and keep warm.

Step 2: Prepare Tadka

• Heat ghee in a small pan.

• Add cumin seeds, garlic, dried chilli, and hing.

• Once garlic turns golden, add red chilli powder.

• Immediately pour tadka over cooked dal.

Step 3: Final Touch

• Garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Pair Dal Tadka + Jeera Rice with roti, papad, or curd

• Add butter or ghee for richer taste