Jiva Ayurveda Recipes - Split Orange Lentils (Masoor ki Daal)
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Ingredients
- Split Orange Lentils (Masoor Dal) 1 cup
Onion, thinly sliced 1
Tomato, chopped 1 (medium size)
Ginger, peeled and diced 1-inch size
2 cloves
Turmeric Powder 1/4 tsp
Cumin seeds 1tsp
Asafoetida a pinch
Red chilli powder 1 tsp
Water 3 1/2 cups
Butter 2 tbsp
Salt according to taste
Directions
* Wash the lentils and soak for 30 minutes.
* Boil water in a heavy base pot.
* Drain the lentils and add to the boiling water.
* Add salt, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, chopped tomatoes, ginger, and garlic. Mix well for 5 minutes.
* Cover the pot and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the lentils become soft.
* Heat butter in a frying pan. Add the cumin seeds and onion slices. Fry well till the onion slices turn golden brown.
* Add to the cooked lentils and mix well.
* Serve hot for maximum health benefits.
Information
- Category
- Main Dishes
- Cuisine
- Indian