Quick cooking hacks save time, but sometimes they silently strip away nutrition. 2 / 7 Dietitian and gut health expert Richa Doshi warns against one common mistake almost every household makes while cooking dal. ADVERTISEMENT3 / 7 According to her, dal should not be cooked in a pressure cooker. While it saves time, it can reduce vital proteins, vitamins, and minerals. 6 / 7 For better digestion, pair dal with spices like hing, cumin, turmeric, and black pepper.