Masoor Dal Methi

Ingredients list for Masoor Dal Methi

• 2 cups Whole red lentils (sabut masoor) soaked
• 1 bunch Fresh Fenugreek Leaves leaves separated
• 1 teaspoon Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 Green chilli chopped
• 1 tablespoon Ginger finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Garlic finely chopped
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon Red chilli powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried mango powder
• 100 grams Bhuna masala
• to taste Salt
• 1 teaspoon Tamarind paste

Method

1. Heat oil on a non-stick pan, add cumin seeds and sauté till fragrant. Add green chilli, ginger, garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Grind tomatoes into a fine purée and add to the pan and sauté for 5-6 minutes.
2. Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, dried mango powder and fresh fenugreek leaves and sauté for a minute or two.
3. Add bhuna masala and sauté for a minute. Add red lentils and 4 cups water and mix well. Add salt and mix. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes.
4. Add tamarind paste and mix well. Transfer into a serving bowl and serve hot.

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