Dal Tadka

Przygotowanie stanowiska

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Sposób przygotowania

Krok po kroku

1. 1

   Rinse the toor dal thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.

   Około 2 min

2. 2

   Combine the rinsed toor dal, water, and turmeric powder in a pressure cooker.

   Około 1 min

   Wskazówka kucharza: If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can use a large pot and simmer for 40-50 minutes, adding more water if needed.

3. 3

   Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles on medium heat, then let the pressure release naturally.

   Około 15 min

4. 4

   Once the pressure is released, open the cooker and mash the dal lightly with the back of a spoon to achieve a creamy consistency.

   Około 1 min

5. 5

   Stir in the salt and keep the cooked dal aside.

6. 6

   For the tadka, heat the plant-based oil in a small pan or a tadka pan over medium heat.

   Około 2 min

7. 7

   Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds and let them splutter.

   Około 1 min

   Wskazówka kucharza: Be careful not to burn the seeds.

8. 8

   Add the asafoetida, chopped yellow onion, and green chili, then sauté until the onion turns golden brown.

   Około 5 min

9. 9

   Stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

   Około 1 min

10. 10

    Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens and the oil separates from the mixture.

    Około 3 min

11. 11

    Mix in the red chili powder and garam masala, cooking for 30 seconds.

    Około 1 min

12. 12

    Pour the prepared tadka over the cooked dal in the pressure cooker or serving bowl.

13. 13

    Stir gently to combine the tadka with the dal.

14. 14

    Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.