Masoor Dal with Rice

Preparation Time: 5 mins
Cooking Time: 30 mins
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients

• 5 tbsp masoor dal (split red lentil)
• 2 tsp ghee
• 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
• 2 slit green chillies
• 1/2 cup chopped cauliflower
• 2 tbsp carrot cubes
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
• salt to taste
• 1/2 cup tomato cubes
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)

For Serving

• Brown rice (chawal)

Method

1. Combine the dal and 2 cups of water in a pressure cooker and pressure cook for 2 whistles.
2. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
3. Heat the ghee in a non-stick pan, add the cumin seeds
4. When the seeds crackle, add the onions and green chillies and sauté on a medium flame for few seconds.
5. Add the cooked dal, cauliflower, carrots, turmeric powder and salt and cook on a medium flame for 10 minutes.
6. Add the tomatoes and coriander and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
7. Serve hot with brown rice.