Hyderabadi Khatti Dal (Mango Lentil Curry From The

Name: Hyderabadi Khatti Dal (Mango Lentil Curry From The Indian State,
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 g yellow lentils, cleaned,washed and drained (Toovar dal); 2 raw mangoes, peeled,de-seeded and chopped; 3 tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 3 -5 fresh curry leaves; 100 g fresh coriander leaves; 2 pinches turmeric powder; 4 cloves garlic; 2 teaspoons red chili powder; salt; 3 tablespoons oil; 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 5 green chilies

Servings: persons

250 g yellow lentils, cleaned,washed and drained (Toovar dal)
2 raw mangoes, peeled,de-seeded and chopped
3 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
3 -5 fresh curry leaves
100 g fresh coriander leaves
2 pinches turmeric powder
4 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons red chili powder
salt
3 tablespoons oil
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
5 green chilies

1
Put the first three ingredients in a pressure cooker.
2
Pressure cook for upto 2-3 whistles.
3
Remove from flame and let out the steam.
4
Mix the cooked lentils with water using a wooden spoon.
5
Boil the mixture for 5 minutes.
6
Heat oil in a pan.
7
Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds.
8
Allow to splutter.
9
Once they stop spluttering, add curry leaves.
10
Stir-fry until fragrant.
11
Add garlic and stir-fry until the raw smell is gone.
12
Mix in the red chilli and turmeric powders and the corriander leaves.
13
Fry till it turns slightly brown.
14
Pour over the boiled lentils.
15
Serve hot over cooked white rice.
16
Enjoy a hearty lunch!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 250 g yellow lentils, cleaned,washed and drained (Toovar dal), 2 raw mangoes, peeled,de-seeded and chopped, 3 tomatoes, peeled and chopped, 3 -5 fresh curry leaves, and more.

Yes, Hyderabadi Khatti Dal (Mango Lentil Curry From The Indian State, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hyderabadi Khatti Dal (Mango Lentil Curry From The Indian State,

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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