Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Laccha Paratha 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 powder
- • 2 tbsp ghee
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 onion, finely chopped
- • 2 tomatoes, chopped
- • 2 dried red chilies
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the toor dal with turmeric and water until soft, then whisk smooth.
2
Phase 2
Heat ghee and pop the cumin seeds and dried red chilies.
3
Phase 3
Add the onion and cook until golden brown.
4
Phase 4
Add the tomatoes and cook until soft and pulpy.
5
Phase 5
Pour the tadka into the dal, add salt, and simmer 10 minutes.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with laccha paratha or steamed rice.