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Malappuram Pantry Matka Toor Dal
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Malappuram Pantry Matka Toor Dal

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Malappuram cooking — Malappuram Pantry Matka Toor Dal brings a matka touch with a classic angara style finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Yellow Lentils (Toor Dal)1 cup, rinsed
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

Chef's tip

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

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