Not Your Regular Dal (Lentil Curry) Recipe

Name: Not Your Regular Dal (Lentil Curry)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Clarified Butter (optional); 2 whole Cloves; 1 whole Black Cardamom, Crushed; 1/4 sticks Cinnamon; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds; 1/4 teaspoons Asafetida; 1/2 cups Onion, Thinly Sliced; 1/4 cups Tomatoes Thinly Sliced; 1/2 cups Spinach; 1/2 cups Yellow Lentils; 1/2 cups Pigeon Pea Lentils; 1 Tablespoon Green Chilies, Chopped; 1- 1/2 cup Water

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Clarified Butter (optional)
2 whole Cloves
1 whole Black Cardamom, Crushed
1/4 sticks Cinnamon
2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
1/4 teaspoons Asafetida
1/2 cups Onion, Thinly Sliced
1/4 cups Tomatoes Thinly Sliced
1/2 cups Spinach
1/2 cups Yellow Lentils
1/2 cups Pigeon Pea Lentils
1 Tablespoon Green Chilies, Chopped
1- 1/2 cup Water

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You will also need a medium size pressure cooker, crockpot, or a large pot with a lid.
2
Heat the pressure cooker over medium heat.
3
Add oil and butter.
4
Add the spices and saute for 30 seconds.
5
Add onion and saute for 2 minutes, till onions are golden in color.
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Add tomato and saute for 2 minutes.
7
Reduce the heat to its lowest setting.
8
Add spinach and saute for another 2 minutes.
9
Add both the lentils and saute for 2 more minutes.
10
Add green chilies and water and pressure cook on high till you hear 3-4 whistles, and then switch off the heat.
11
Wait for 2-3 minutes for the steam in the pressure cooker to reduce completely before opening.
12
Serve hot.

135

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Clarified Butter (optional), 2 whole Cloves, 1 whole Black Cardamom, Crushed, and more.

Yes, Not Your Regular Dal (Lentil Curry) falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Not Your Regular Dal (Lentil Curry)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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