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Cooch Behar Classic Jaggery-Mill Masoor
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Cooch Behar Classic Jaggery-Mill Masoor

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Cooch Behar cooking — Cooch Behar Classic Jaggery-Mill Masoor brings a jaggery-mill touch with a classic podi finish. About 43 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 18 min Cook 25 min Serves 2 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

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.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust salt just before serving.

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