Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Dum Aloo Moong 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
- • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- • 1 cup moong dal
- • 3 cups water
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 2 tbsp mustard oil
- • 1/2 tsp nigella seeds
- • 2 dried red chilies
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Dry-roast the moong dal until golden and nutty.
2
Phase 2
Pressure-cook the roasted dal with turmeric, salt, and water until soft.
3
Phase 3
Fry the potato cubes in mustard oil until golden on all sides; set aside.
4
Phase 4
In the same oil, crackle the nigella seeds and dried red chilies.
5
Phase 5
Add the fried potatoes and cooked dal; simmer 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with steamed rice.