Balti Masoor Dhal Recipe Recipe

Name: Balti Masoor Dhal Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb split skinless lentils, (masoor dhal); 2 1/2 c. water, approx.; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp red chile pwdr; 1/4 tsp grnd turmeric; 4 x cloves garlic, peeled, and; 2 x cloves garlic, peeled, thinly sliced sliced; 1 c. minced fresh tomatoes; 2 Tbsp. ghee, or possibly; 4 Tbsp. corn oil; 1 x sliced fresh green chile, (optional); 2 Tbsp. fresh coriander, minced; 1 Tbsp. garam masala

Servings: persons

1/2 lb split skinless lentils, (masoor dhal)
2 1/2 c. water, approx.
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp red chile pwdr
1/4 tsp grnd turmeric
4 x cloves garlic, peeled, and
2 x cloves garlic, peeled, thinly sliced sliced
1 c. minced fresh tomatoes
2 Tbsp. ghee, or possibly
4 Tbsp. corn oil
1 x sliced fresh green chile, (optional)
2 Tbsp. fresh coriander, minced
1 Tbsp. garam masala

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1 Wash the dhal in 2 or possibly 3 changes of water and soak in hot water for 30 min.
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Drain and throw away the water.
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2 Put the dhal into a*karahi* or possibly saucepan and add in just sufficient water to cover the dhal.
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Add in the salt, chile pwdr, turmeric, whole garlic cloves, and tomatoes.
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Bring to the boil, then simmer, covered, for 10 min or possibly till dhal is cooked but till whole.
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3 In a small frying pan, heat the ghee or possibly oil and add in the garlic slices.
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Once they start to sizzle and turn slightly brown, remove from the heat.
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Pour onto the dhal in the*karahi*, but don't stir.
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4 Garnish with fresh chile slices, if liked, and coriander and garam masala.
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Don't stir.
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The beauty of this dish is to serve with a top layer of fat, and if you have used ghee, it will have a silky look and Serve with chapati, naan or possibly rice.
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If serving with rice, increase the amount of water so which the dhal is more liquid.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb split skinless lentils, (masoor dhal), 2 1/2 c. water, approx., 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp red chile pwdr, and more.

Yes, Balti Masoor Dhal Recipe falls under the General 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.

Balti Masoor Dhal Recipe

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