Recipe- Delicious And Aromatic Masoor Ki Dal

Here is a very easy to make massor dal recipe. Sabut Masoor Dal has the tadka of garlic which makes it very aromatic. Learn how to make sabut masoor dal.

Ingredients

1 cup sabut masoor dal
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp salt
2 – 3 medium tomatoes
1 tblsp Ghee/ oil
4 – 5 pods garlic, separated, chopped finely
1 inch ginger root, chopped
2 green chillies, chopped
1 bunch coriander, chopped
Water

Method

* Rinse the sabut masoor dal thoroughly, until water is clear. It is advisable to soak the dal for 2 – 3 hrs as it reduces the cooking time.

* In a pressure add masoor dal, 3 – 3.5 cups of water, chopped tomatoes, turmeric and salt.

* After 2 – 3 whistles cook on low flame for about 10 minutes. Then switch off the flame.

* When you open the cooker the dal should be a pulpy mixture. If required add more water to keep the dal loose, like texture of thick cream.

* If using a pan then cook the dal with the other ingredients for 30 hrs till the dal turns soft and pulpy. Stir occassionally.

* Now for the tadka heat ghee in a wok. When ghee is hot, add jeera and when it begins to sputter add chopped garlic.

* Continue to fry until garlic is fully cooked. Add garam masala and chilly powder.

* Do not allow spices to burn. Keep stirring until mixture starts to stick. And immediately pour this over the cooked dal.

* Stir nicely and let it simmer to blend in the flavors. Taste and add more salt if needed.

* Garnish the sabut masoor dal with chopped coriander.