🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Toor Dal Nimbu Pasanda

Name: Toor Dal Nimbu Pasanda
Prep time: 13 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 1 cup, rinsed Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal); 2 Lemon; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Nashik cooking — Toor Dal Nimbu Pasanda brings a nimbu touch with a classic pasanda finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Easy

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed
Lemon2
Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit
Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

1
Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.
2
Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.
3
Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.
4
Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.
5
Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.
6
Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.
7
Garnish and serve.

Chef's tip

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

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Watch how it's made

Video: North South 3 Dal Tadkas - Daal Fry - North Indian - South Indian - Vahchef Special · on YouTube