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Cuttack Toor Dal Seekh
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Cuttack Toor Dal Seekh

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Cuttack cooking — Cuttack Toor Dal Seekh brings a pudina leaf touch with a classic seekh finish. About 41 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 16 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Mint Leaves3/4 cup
  • Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.

  4. 4

    Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer covered until tender.

  6. 6

    Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

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

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