Masoor Dal Recipe - One-Pot Red Lentils Curry
Nothing beats a bowl of this soft and delicious masoor dal recipe! It's one of the simplest dals you can make with simple pantry staples. Made with red lentils, spices, and flavorful tempering, perfect for everyday cooking.
Ingredients
- ½ cup masoor dal (red lentils)
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 medium tomatoes puree
- 2 green chillies, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ¼ tsp garam masala
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Wash the masoor dal in clean water and soak for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Now, heat oil in a pressure cooker and add cumin seeds to sizzle over medium heat.
- After that, add the chopped onion and saute until golden.
- When the onion gets golden, add tomato puree and green chillies.
- Then add salt and turmeric powder, mix them well, and saute until aromatic.
- When the masala releases oil, add the soaked masoor dal.
- Pour 2 cups of water and mix well.
- Cover the cooker with the lid and cook over high heat for 2 to 3 whistles, then turn off the flame.
- When the pressure is released, the dal is soft and completely cooked.
- Now add garam masala and mix well in the dal.
- Serve with roti and steamed rice.
Notes
- Rinse the lentils in water thoroughly to remove starch.
- Avoid overcooking dal; cook until soft.
- Adjust water for the desired consistency.
- For richer, add homemade ghee before serving.
- You can store the dal in a refrigerator for one day.