🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Ooty Masoor Kurma

Name: Ooty Masoor Kurma
Prep time: 14 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 39 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Yogurt; 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 15, soaked Cashews; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 1 cup, rinsed Red Lentils; 1 tbsp Poppy Seeds

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ooty cooking — Ooty Masoor Kurma brings a white gravy touch with a classic kurma finish. About 39 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

Yogurt1/2 cup
Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Cashews15, soaked
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed
Poppy Seeds1 tbsp

Optional extras

Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

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.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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