Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Byadgi Chilli Spicy 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
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric
- • 6 dried Byadgi red chilies
- • 1 tbsp cumin seeds
- • 6 garlic cloves
- • 2 tbsp vinegar
- • 2 tbsp oil
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the toor dal with turmeric and 3 cups water until soft.
2
Phase 2
Soak the dried chilies in the vinegar for 15 minutes, then grind with the cumin seeds and garlic into a smooth paste.
3
Phase 3
Heat the oil and fry the paste until the oil separates.
4
Phase 4
Add the cooked dal and salt, and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Serve hot with steamed rice.