Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Baingan Bharta Toor Dal
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
- • 1 cup toor dal
- • 3 cups water
- • 1 small aubergine, cubed
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric
- • 2 tbsp oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 3 garlic cloves, minced
- • 2 green chilies, slit
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the toor dal with turmeric and 3 cups water for 3-4 whistles until soft.
2
Phase 2
Shallow-fry the aubergine cubes in the oil until golden and tender.
3
Phase 3
In the same oil, pop the mustard seeds, then fry the garlic and green chilies.
4
Phase 4
Add the cooked dal, fried aubergine and salt; mash lightly and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Serve hot with rice and a spoonful of ghee.