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Kakinada Special Toor Dal Moilee
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kakinada Special Toor Dal Moilee

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kakinada cooking — Kakinada Special Toor Dal Moilee brings a bhuna touch with a classic moilee finish. About 36 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 11 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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