Winter recipe: Delicious masoor dal soup to boost immunity

*Rich source of cholesterol-lowering fibre.
*Powerhouse of essential amino acids like lysine, and therefore a high protein content food
*Helps strengthen bones and teeth because of the presence of calcium and magnesium
*Good source of potassium and antioxidants.
*Helps control inflammation due to the presence of vitamin B and folate.

Here’s a quick recipe from chef Sanjeev Kapoor.

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Serves : 4

Ingredients for masoor dal soup recipe

1 cup – Split red lentil, soaked
1 – Onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves – Garlic, chopped
½ tsp – Black pepper powder
½ tsp – Red chilli powder
Salt to taste
2 – Tomatoes, roughly chopped
2tsp – Lemon juice

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Method

*Heat a pressure cooker, add onion and garlic and roast for two minutes. Drain and add the split red lentils, 2 cups water, black pepper powder, red chilli powder, salt and mix.
*Add tomatoes, cover and cook under pressure till 2-3 whistles. Cool and put into a mixer jar and grind till smooth. Pour back into the cooker, add lemon juice and mix and bring it to a boil. Pour into bowls and serve.

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