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Nellore Imli Toor Dal Raita
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Nellore Imli Toor Dal Raita

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Nellore cooking — Nellore Imli Toor Dal Raita brings a imli touch with a classic raita finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 12 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed
  • Tamarind Paste2 tbsp

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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