🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Surat Home-Style Toor Dal Halwa

Name: Surat Home-Style Toor Dal Halwa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; to taste Salt; 1, finely chopped Onion; 1 cup, rinsed Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal); 2 tbsp Tamarind Paste

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Surat cooking — Surat Home-Style Toor Dal Halwa brings a imli touch with a classic halwa finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Saltto taste
Onion1, finely chopped
Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed
Tamarind Paste2 tbsp

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit
Ghee1 tbsp
Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

1
Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.
2
Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.
3
In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.
4
Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.
5
Simmer covered until tender.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Moong Dal Ka Halwa Easy Recipe | आसान और स्वादिष्ट मूंग दाल का हलवा | Chef Sanjyot Keer · on YouTube