🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Amma's Pot Toor Dal Sigdi Roast

Name: Amma's Pot Toor Dal Sigdi Roast
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1, finely chopped Onion; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 1 cup, rinsed Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Thoothukudi cooking — Amma's Pot Toor Dal Sigdi Roast brings a amma's touch with a classic sigdi roast finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 12 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Hard

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Onion1, finely chopped
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit
Curry Leaves1 sprig

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

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

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Watch how it's made

Video: One Pot Dal Recipe/ Instant Dal Curry · on YouTube