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Mirzapur Everyday Masoor Peanut-Crush
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Mirzapur Everyday Masoor Peanut-Crush

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Mirzapur cooking — Mirzapur Everyday Masoor Peanut-Crush brings a peanut-crush touch with a classic yakhni finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Hard

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

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

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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