House Black Daal Recipe
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Ingredients
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Legumes
Vegetables
Spices
Liquid
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Lentils
Rinse the black lentils under cold running water until the water runs clear. Soak them in water for 2-3 hours for better cooking.
Cooking
- 2
Cook Lentils
In a large pot, add the soaked lentils and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
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- 5
Incorporate Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil starts to separate, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Combine with Lentils
Once the lentils are cooked and tender, pour the tempering mixture into the pot with the lentils. Add garam masala and stir well to combine. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
