Lavanda Dal Recipe
Make Lavanda Dal Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Legumes
Vegetables
Spices
Oils
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the lentils
Place the red lentils in a fine mesh strainer and rinse them under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove any dust or impurities.
- 2
Chop the vegetables
Finely chop the onion, tomato, garlic cloves, ginger, and green chili. Set aside.
Cooking the dal
- 3
Cook the lentils
In a large pot, combine the rinsed red lentils and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until the lentils are soft and breaking apart.
- 4
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- 6
Add tomatoes and spices
Stir in the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Combine everything
Pour the tempering mixture into the pot with the cooked lentils. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for another 5 minutes. Add garam masala and chopped cilantro just before serving.
