Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Uttapam Makhani 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 whole urad dal
- • 3 cups water
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric
- • 1 tsp salt
- • 2 tbsp oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 10 curry leaves
- • 2 dried red chilies
- • 1 onion, chopped
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Soak the urad dal for 30 minutes, then pressure-cook it with the water, turmeric, and salt until soft.
2
Phase 2
Heat oil and pop the mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chilies.
3
Phase 3
Add the onion and cook until golden.
4
Phase 4
Add the cooked dal with a little water and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Serve hot with steamed rice.