Tangy Masoor Dal Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

About this recipe

Tangy Masoor Dal Stuffed Bell Peppers are a vibrant and hearty Indian dinner option that combines protein-rich red lentils with colorful bell peppers for a satisfying and nutritious meal. The masoor dal is spiced with turmeric, red chili, and coriander, and cooked to perfection before being stuffed into hollowed-out bell peppers, which are then gently simmered for a tender texture. This dish is a great high-protein choice for vegetarians and vegans, providing 19g of protein per serving along with 8g of fiber, making it ideal for muscle recovery and digestion. The addition of a plant-based soy beverage enhances the creaminess without compromising dietary preferences, and the colorful peppers add an appealing visual and vitamin boost. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner, this recipe is a delightful blend of nutrition, flavor, and convenience.

Ingredients

• - MASOOR DAL SPECIAL 500GM
• 1 Piece Yellow Bell Pepper (Haladi Dappa Menasinakaayi)
• 500 g Desi Tomato (Tamatar)
• - Onion-250 Gms
• 100 g Garlic - Single Clove
• loose Ginger
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli Powder
• 100 g Popular Essentials Jeera (Cumin Seeds)
• 1 Bunch Coriander Leaves ( Kottambari Soppu )
• 250 ml Keya Lemon Juice
• 1 pc (1 L) So Good High Protein Soy Plant Based Beverage - 1 L
• 910 g Saffola Gold Corn & Rice Bran Refined Blended Cooking Oil (1 Ltr)
• 1 pack (1 kg) Aashirvaad Crystal Salt | Iodised

Instructions

1. 1. Wash and soak the masoor dal in water for 15 minutes, then drain the water completely.
2. 2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them crackle for 30 seconds.
3. 3. Add finely chopped onions, garlic, and ginger to the pan and sauté until golden brown.
4. 4. Stir in chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and cook until the tomatoes are soft and the spices are aromatic.
5. 5. Add the soaked masoor dal and 300ml water to the pan, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until the dal is cooked and the mixture thickens.
6. 6. Add salt, lemon juice, and chopped fresh coriander leaves to the cooked dal and mix well.
7. 7. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds carefully, ensuring they remain intact for stuffing.
8. 8. Preheat a large skillet or pan on low heat and grease it with 1 tablespoon oil.
9. 9. Stuff the cooked masoor dal mixture into the hollow bell peppers, packing it tightly.
10. 10. Place the stuffed bell peppers in the greased pan, cover with a lid, and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
11. 11. Add 100ml of So Good High Protein Soy Beverage to the pan and let the peppers simmer for 5 more minutes.
12. 12. Carefully transfer the stuffed bell peppers to serving plates and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.