Thursday, March 27, 2014

Shallot Garlic Red Lentil Dal

This Dal is fun to make and bursts with robust flavor.I grew up eating this Dal . Its a hot favorite of everybody.Steamed rice with this Dal and fried chicken ..creates magic :) .The garlic,shallots and the rest of the spices makes this dal extraordinary.You can add more water if you need it and transform it into a soup. All the simple flavors just shine through.Very delicious and really healthy -packed with all the power proteins that is sure to satisfy.
RECIPE:
Serves : 5 to 6

Ingredients:

  • 2 Cups of Red Lentils (Masoor Dal)
  • 7 to 8 Shallots cut into half
  • 10 cloves Garlic
  • 2 Green Chillies
  • 1 Medium sized Tomato finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Mustard seeds
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  •  1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups water.


Method:

In a pressure cooker combine the lentils,onions,green chillies,tomatoes and turmeric . Add 2 to 3 cups of water and cook well for about 2 whistles.
In a pan heat oil add mustard seeds . Once they start popping add the cumin seeds . Remove from flame and add the finely chopped coriander leaves .Once the leaves are fried enough dunk it into the dal. Serve hot.

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