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Mehsana Table Masoor Kootu
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Mehsana Table Masoor Kootu

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Mehsana cooking — Mehsana Table Masoor Kootu brings a twilight touch with a classic kootu finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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