Indian
Indian - Chutneys and Sides
Tamatar Chana Dal Chutney
Chef's Menu Description
Tender lentils slow-simmered with warming turmeric, finished with a sizzling tarka of golden ghee, roasted cumin, and fresh coriander.
Ingredients
- • 4 ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped
- • 1 tbsp chana dal
- • 1 tsp urad dal
- • 3 dried red chilies
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 8 curry leaves
- • 1 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- • 3/4 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Heat half the oil and fry the chana dal, urad dal, and dried red chilies until golden.
2
Phase 2
Add the tomatoes and salt and cook until soft and pulpy, then cool slightly.
3
Phase 3
Grind the mixture with a splash of water into a smooth chutney.
4
Phase 4
Heat the remaining oil, pop the mustard seeds, and add the curry leaves.
5
Phase 5
Pour the tempering over the chutney and serve with idli, dosa, or upma.