A robust lentil stew cooked with onions and garlic, flavoured with a generous tempering of spices. A northwest-Indian staple, Dal Tadka can give your taste buds a tangy twist. The dal is a delectable mix of chickpeas and soft lentils, simmered with rich tomato, onion and garlic. A topping of spices called ìTadkaî gives the dish a pleasing aroma and a distinctive taste