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Jorhat Lemon Masoor
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Jorhat Lemon Masoor

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Jorhat cooking — Jorhat Lemon Masoor brings a lemon touch with a classic ladoo finish. About 47 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Hard

Ingredients

  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Lemon1
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed
  • Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)1/2 tsp

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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Watch how it's made

Video: 3 EASY RED LENTIL RECIPES INDIAN STYLE | RED LENTIL DAHL RECIPE | MASOOR DAL RECIPE · on YouTube