Hot Dogs with Dal and Red-Onion Raita
Hot Dogs with Dal and Red-Onion Raita is a flavorful Middle Eastern Middle Eastern Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Rinse lentils; place in medium saucepan.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionRinse lentils; place in medium saucepan.
Add 21/2 cups water, cumin, and turmeric; bring to boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook until lentils are tender, about 35 minutes.
Drain, reserving cooking liquid.
Mash lentils in pan to coarse sauce, adding reserved cooking liquid by tablespoonfuls if very thick.
Season with coarse salt and pepper.
Mix first 4 ingredients in medium bowl.
Fold in yogurt.
Season raita with salt and pepper.
Let stand 30 minutes.
Arrange buns or bread on plates.
Top each with grilled hot dog, dal, and raita.
Serve with lemon wedges.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.