Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Mirchi Bajji 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 sesame oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 10 garlic cloves, crushed
- • 4 green chilies, slit
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 1 sprig curry leaves
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the toor dal with turmeric and 2.5 cups water until soft and whisk smooth.
2
Phase 2
Heat the oil and crackle the mustard seeds and curry leaves.
3
Phase 3
Add the garlic and green chilies and fry until the garlic is golden.
4
Phase 4
Add the tamarind pulp and 1 cup water, boil 5 minutes, then add the whisked dal and salt.
5
Phase 5
Simmer 10-15 minutes until slightly thick and tangy and serve hot with steamed rice.