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    Jain style Dal fry | no onion no garlic dal

    October 4, 2025 By Vidya Srinivasan Leave a Comment

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    Jain Dal fry, no onion no garlic Jain dal, Jain dal tadka,  restaurant style dal, dhaba style arhar dal, Jain Dal fry recipe, No onion, no garlic, Dal fry, tadka,  Tomato Dal, dhaba style dal tadka, restaurant Jain dal with step-by-step pictures and a video recipe. Check out the no onion no garlic Jain daland if you like the video, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel.

    Restaurant-style dal, dhaba-style arhar dal, and Jain Dal fry recipe a delicious, protein-rich dals prepared with tomatoes and dal.  No onion, no garlic dal, perfect satvik Navaratri recipe.

    Jain Dal Fry Recipe – Easy, Healthy, and Flavorful

    If you are searching for a delicious Jain dal fry recipe, you’ve come to the right place! This traditional Jain dal recipe is a wholesome, protein-rich lentil dish made without onion, garlic, or root vegetables, keeping it completely Jain-friendly. Despite the absence of these common ingredients, this vegetarian dal is packed with flavor, thanks to a simple tempering of aromatic spices and fresh her

    Can I prepare an Instant Pot with no onion, no garlic, Jain dal

    Yes, follow the rest of the steps and pressure cook for 10 minutes.

    What kind of tomatoes for the tomato dal

    I prefer using ripe tomatoes. In this recipe, I used vine tomatoes. You can use any variety of your choice. Adjust the quantity accordingly.

    Can I use onion and garlic?

    This is the Jain style no onion no garlic dal fry. Perfect for Satvik food and Navaratri cooking for guests. 

    Is this spicy dal?

    This version of thalicha paruppu is not spicy.

    Can I skip lemon dal?

    I have added a little lemon to make the dal extra flavorful. Feel free to skip and adjust to your taste.

    Can I use oil for tempering?

    Ghee gives the best flavor, but use oil according to your taste.

    Serving option

    Ideal for everyday meals, Jain Dal Fry pairs perfectly with steamed rice, roti, or poori, making it a versatile addition to any Indian meal. It’s not only easy to cook but also nourishing, making it a favorite among families looking for healthy, home-cooked vegetarian recipes. Whether you are new to Jain cooking or a seasoned enthusiast, this easy Jain dal recipe is sure to impress with its rich taste and comforting aroma.

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    Ingredients

    To Pressure Cook:

    ½ cup toor dal

    2 tablespoon chana dal

    1 tablespoon masoor dal

    2½ cups hot water

    2 green chillies

    ¼ teaspoon turmeric

    Salt to taste

    Dal Base:

    ½ tablespoon ghee

    1 green chilli

    ½ teaspoon cumin seeds

    1 teaspoon Kashmiri chilli powder

    ½ teaspoon coriander powder

    Pinch of hin

    1 tomato

    Salt as needed

    Optional:

    ¼ teaspoon dry ginger powder

    2 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves

    1–2 teaspoon lemon juice

    Tempering:

    ½ tablespoon ghee

    ½ teaspoon cumin seeds

    1–2 dried red chillies

    Pinch of hing

    How to make Jain-style Dal fry with step-by-step pictures

    • First, wash toor dal, masoor dal, and chana dal well.

    • Add hot water, green chillies, turmeric powder, and salt. Bring to a boil

    • Pressure cook for 4 whistles. Let the pressure release naturally.

    • Mash the dal well and set aside.
    • Heat the ghee in a pan.
    • Add green chilli and cumin seeds; sauté for a brief moment.

    • Furthermore, add Kashmiri chilli powder and coriander powder; sauté for a few seconds.

    • Add tomato, asafoetida, and salt; cook until mushy.

    • Furthermore, add the mashed dal and mix well. Bring to a gentle boil.

    • Add dry ginger powder and coriander leaves. Turn off the heat.

    • In a small pan, heat ghee.

    • Add cumin seeds, dried red chillies, and hing. Sauté briefly.

    • Pour this tempering over the dal. Mix well.

    • Finally, add lemon juice. 

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    Ingredients

    To Pressure Cook:

    • ½ cup toor dal
    • 2 tablespoon chana dal
    • 1 tablespoon masoor dal
    • 2½ cups hot water
    • 2 green chillies
    • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
    • Salt to taste

    Dal Base:

    • ½ tablespoon ghee
    • 1 green chilli
    • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri chilli powder
    • ½ teaspoon coriander powder
    • Pinch of hing
    • 1 tomato
    • Salt as needed

    Optional:

    • ¼ teaspoon dry ginger powder
    • 2 tablespoon chopped coriander leaves
    • 1 –2 teaspoon lemon juice

    Tempering:

    • ½ tablespoon ghee
    • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1 –2 dried red chillies
    • Pinch of hing

    Instructions

    • First,Wash toor dal, masoor dal, and chana dal well.
    • add hot water, green chillies, turmeric powder, and salt. Bring to a boil
    • Pressure cook for 4 whistles. Let the pressure release naturally.
    • Mash the dal well and set aside.
    • Heat ghee in a pan.
    • Add green chilli and cumin seeds; sauté briefly.
    • Furthermore,Add Kashmiri chilli powder, and coriander powder; sauté for a few seconds.
    • Add tomato, asafoetida and salt; cook until mushy.
    • Furthermore,Add the mashed dal and mix well. Bring to a gentle boil.
    • Add dry ginger powder, coriander leaves. Turn off the heat.
    • In a small pan, heat ghee.
    • Add cumin seeds, dried red chillies, and hing. Sauté briefly.
    • Pour this tempering over the dal. Mix well.
    • Finally add lemon juice.

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