🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Methi Masala Masoor

Name: Methi Masala Masoor
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 tsp Kasuri Methi; to taste Salt; 1, finely chopped Onion; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 1 cup, rinsed Red Lentils

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Moradabad cooking — Methi Masala Masoor brings a methi touch with a classic masala finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

Kasuri Methi2 tsp
Saltto taste
Onion1, finely chopped
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

Ghee1 tbsp
Lemon1/2

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.
6
Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.
7
Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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