Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Masala Dosa 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
- • 2 tbsp tamarind pulp
- • 2 tbsp sambar powder
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 8 shallots, halved
- • 2 tbsp sesame oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 1 sprig curry leaves
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the toor dal with turmeric and 2 cups water until soft and whisk smooth.
2
Phase 2
Boil the shallots, tamarind pulp, sambar powder, salt, and 1.5 cups water for 10 minutes until the shallots soften.
3
Phase 3
Add the whisked dal and simmer 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
4
Phase 4
Heat the oil, pop the mustard seeds and curry leaves, and pour over the sambar.
5
Phase 5
Serve hot with dosa, idli, or steamed rice.