High-Protein Desi Recipes

Protein-Packed Masoor Dal

Dal + this one trick = 33g protein. A high-protein, lower-calorie recipe that fits a fat-loss diet.

per serve · with raita · nutrition is approximate

Ingredients

• 70g dry masoor dal (per serve)
• 150g plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp ghee
• Onion, tomato, garlic
• Turmeric, cumin, chilli, salt

Method

1. Pressure-cook dal with turmeric + salt
2. Tadka: ghee, cumin, garlic, onion, tomato
3. Pour tadka over dal
4. Serve with Greek yogurt raita on the side

Why it works for fat loss

Protein keeps you full for longer and helps you hold on to muscle while you're in a calorie deficit. This recipe gets you about 33g of protein for roughly 380 calories, so you can enjoy great flavour while losing fat. Serve it with salad or a small portion of rice or roti to fit your daily calories.