Ingredients
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1 cup black lentils or urad dalBengal gram dal - skinned
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1 cup finely chopped onions
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1 cup finely chopped tomatoes
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1 Tbsp. ghee
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1 Tbsp. turmeric powder
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1 Tbsp. red chilli powder
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1 Tbsp. ground coriander
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1 Tbsp. cumin seeds
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1 Tbsp. mustard seeds
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3- 4 dry red chillies
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1 cup water
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3-4 curry leavesOptional
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1 Tbsp. salt to taste
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1 Tbsp. ground cumin
Directions
Protein and fiber rich, full of B vitamins; this dish is great for a low carb diet. A perfect bowl of urad dal on a cold December evening is just what the doctor ordered. Cook time is 8 minutes
urad dal soak time: 4-5 hrs
Steps
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Soak your urad dalSoak the urad dal for at least 4-5 hours |
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How to video |
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Cook your ingredients in a Pressure CookerIn an instant pot, add the soaked urad dal, tomatoes, onions, and 1 cup of water. Turn the seal on. Set it on pressure cook for 8 mins. |
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Add seasoningOnce dal is cooked, add salt, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and half of your red chili powder and mix. |
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Cook whole spicesTime to prepare the tempering. In a small heated wok, add the ghee. After melted, add the mustard, cumin seeds, & dry red chilies. If you have curry leaves, add them at this point. |
