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Dhanbad Classic Hill-Station Toor Dal
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Dhanbad Classic Hill-Station Toor Dal

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Dhanbad cooking — Dhanbad Classic Hill-Station Toor Dal brings a hill-station touch with a classic kofta finish. About 48 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 23 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

  7. 7

    Adjust seasoning and serve.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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