🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Meerut Masoor Sunday

Name: Meerut Masoor Sunday
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1, finely chopped Onion; 2, chopped Tomato; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 1 cup, rinsed Red Lentils

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Meerut cooking — Meerut Masoor Sunday brings a sunday touch with a classic mezhukkupuratti finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Onion1, finely chopped
Tomato2, chopped
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit
Ghee1 tbsp
Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

1
Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.
2
Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.
3
Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.
4
Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.
5
Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.
6
Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.
7
Garnish and serve.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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Watch how it's made

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