🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Bhilai Toor Dal Seekh

Name: Bhilai Toor Dal Seekh
Prep time: 11 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 36 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: to taste Salt; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 cup, rinsed Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal); 1 tsp Red Chili Powder

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Bhilai cooking — Bhilai Toor Dal Seekh brings a village touch with a classic seekh finish. About 36 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 11 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Hard

Ingredients

Saltto taste
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed
Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

Ghee1 tbsp
Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.
6
Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.
7
Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Michelin Star Indian Chef Reveals How To Make The Perfect Dal | My Greatest Dishes · on YouTube