Cuddalore Home-Style Toor Dal Jalfrezi

Ingredients

• 🌶️Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  
• 🌶️Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  
• 🫙Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  
• 🫙Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed
  
• 🍋Lemon1
  
• 🌶️Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  
• 🍋Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)1/2 tsp
  

Optional extras

• 🌿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.

6. 6

   Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.