Aarsis Ultimate Toor Dal/ Split Pigeon Pea Lentils: Recipe

Name: Aarsis Ultimate Toor Dal/ Split Pigeon Pea Lentils:
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup split pigeon pea lentils (Toor Dal); 6 fresh curry leaves; 2 small roma tomato, diced; 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; ½ teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 ½ tablespoons garam masala; 1 tablespoon coriander powder; ½ teaspoon red chili powder; 2 teaspoons table salt; 2 tablespoons ghee (Clarified Butter); 2 ½ cups water; ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; fresh juice from half lemon; 1 pinch asafetida powder

Servings: persons

1 cup split pigeon pea lentils (Toor Dal)
6 fresh curry leaves
2 small roma tomato, diced
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seed
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 ½ tablespoons garam masala
1 tablespoon coriander powder
½ teaspoon red chili powder
2 teaspoons table salt
2 tablespoons ghee (Clarified Butter)
2 ½ cups water
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
fresh juice from half lemon
1 pinch asafetida powder

1
Wash the lentils at least 4-5 times until the water is somewhat clear.
2
Soak the lentils in fresh water for 40 minutes.
3
Heat ghee in a pressure cooker.
4
Add cumin seeds, asafetida, turmeric powder, mustard seeds and the curry leaves.
5
When the above starts splattering, add the tomatoes, along with the garam masala, coriander powder and red chili powder.
6
Stir to combine.
7
Place a lid and let this cook for 6-8 minutes until the tomatoes become tender and the ghee starts separating from them.
8
Stir regularly.
9
Add the drained lentils along with the water and salt to the tomato mixture.
10
Stir to combine.
11
Place the pressure cooker lid with the whistle on and let the lentils cook on medium heat until they become tender but retain their round shape.
12
I like to give it, at least 5 whistles.
13
Switch off the gas and place the pressure cooker aside to cool.
14
Remove the lid and add the lemon juice and fresh cilantro leaves.
15
Stir gently to combine.
16
Serve hot with rice and enjoy with your loved ones!

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup split pigeon pea lentils (Toor Dal), 6 fresh curry leaves, 2 small roma tomato, diced, 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds, and more.

Yes, Aarsis Ultimate Toor Dal/ Split Pigeon Pea Lentils: falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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