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Cuddalore Home-Style Masoor Roast
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Cuddalore Home-Style Masoor Roast

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Cuddalore cooking — Cuddalore Home-Style Masoor Roast brings a hariyali touch with a classic roast finish. About 44 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 19 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Spinach100 g
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Mint Leaves1/2 cup
  • Fresh Cilantro1/2 cup
  • Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed

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.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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