Should I cover my red lentil daal while it simmers?
I am making a red lentil daal. The recipe says to let it simmer for twenty-five minutes, but it doesn't say whether or not to cover it. What do you think I should do?
I am making a red lentil daal. The recipe says to let it simmer for twenty-five minutes, but it doesn't say whether or not to cover it. What do you think I should do?
dee k
Favorite Answer
red lentils if covered while cooking tend to boil over,a drop or two of oil before you start controls this to an extent,the best way is to allow it to start boiling in a open vessel,when it does boil,lower the flame enough for a slow simmer & partailly cover the lid,leaving a little open gap,this way it cooks faster & does not boil over.
arun d
Depends on your recipe. Generally when I am making the red lentil daal I add a pinch of turmeric, cumin powder, corriander powder to it and cover it so that the daal simmers taking and soaking in the aromatic spices.
Bon appétit!
emma w
In my red lentil dahl it says to cover the lentils. They are simmered in stock and then added to a frypan with garlic, onion, bell peppers and the spices.
D N
Cover it. All foods and sauces that are simmering need to be covered so as to retain the moisture and flavours.
Desi Chef
COVER!
They'll never get soft if you dont cover.