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This is a really simple dal that my mom makes and that is one of my favorites. I request it every time I go home to visit. I have a strong feeling that this isn’t how she makes it, but this is how I’ve attempted to make it a few times and it tastes pretty close.<\/p>\n

The name of this dal is a bit misleading, as I found out after countless attempts to find lemon leaves at the Asian grocery stores. You need lime leaves to make this dish. If you ever find some, buy them! I was lucky enough to find lime leaves and fresh curry leaves one day at Harry’s Farmers Market here in Atlanta and bought them, freezing whatever I didn’t use immediately.<\/p>\n

Lemon Garlic Dal with Spinach<\/span><\/p>\n

1\/2 cup masoor dal, rinsed
salt to taste
3 fresh lime leaves
1 clove garlic, minced
1 handful fresh spinach leaves<\/p>\n

Place rinsed dal in a saucepan and add 1.5 cups water. Bring to a boil, then add lime leaves. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let simmer for about 20-30 minutes. Add garlic, salt, and spinach. Add water if dal is not liquidy enough for you. Simmer another 10 minutes to let flavors mingle and to wilt the spinach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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