Peruvian Comforting Dal Bake
A flavorful and comforting Peruvian-inspired dal bake recipe. This dish combines the warmth of spices with the comforting texture of a crunchy crumble topping.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup toor dal
- ●1 medium onion
- ●2 tbsp floral oil
- ●1 cup crumble
- ●1 sheet flaky pastry
- ●1 tsp peruvian spicesa mix of cumin, chili powder, and paprika
- ●1 tsp dal spices
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●2 cups water
- ●1/4 cup cheese (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a large pan, heat the floral oil over medium heat.
- 3
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the toor dal, peruvian spices, and dal spices. Cook for 1 minute.
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Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- 6
While the dal is cooking, prepare the crumble topping by mixing the crumble and flaky pastry.
- 7
Transfer the dal mixture to a baking dish and top with the crumble topping.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crumble is golden brown.
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If using cheese, sprinkle on top and return to oven for an additional 2-3 minutes.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
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Note: You can also make this recipe in a slow cooker. Simply cook the dal mixture on low for 3-4 hours and then top with the crumble topping and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.