Matar Dal Curry
Matar Dal Curry is a delicious and nutritious Indian dish made with peas dal (split pigeon peas) and a blend of aromatic spices. This comforting curry is perfect for a wholesome meal and can be enjoyed with rice or roti. Ingredients: Tomato, Salt, Cumin seeds, Turmeric powder, Coriander, Coriander powder, Onion, Peas dal, Ginger garlic paste, Garam masala, Red chilli powder, Cooking oil
35min
Cook Time
4
Servings
Recipe
210 kCal
Recipe
1
Wash and soak 200 grams of peas dal (split pigeon peas) in water for 30 minutes. Drain the water and set aside.
2
In a pressure cooker, add the soaked peas dal, 500 ml of water, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, and salt to taste. Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the dal is soft and cooked.
3
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add 1 teaspoon cumin seeds and let them crackle.
4
Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
5
Add 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
6
Add 1 chopped tomato and cook until it turns soft and mushy.
7
Add 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder, and 1/4 teaspoon garam masala. Cook for 2 minutes.
8
Add the cooked peas dal to the pan and mix well. Adjust the consistency by adding water if required.
9
Simmer the curry for 5-7 minutes. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Nutrition
210
kCal
11 g
Protein
6 g
Fat
30 g
Carbs
1 Tomato
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Salt to taste
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1 tsp of Cumin Seeds
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½ tsp of Turmeric Powder
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½ tsp of Coriander Powder
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½ tsp of Red Chilli Powder
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2 tbsp of Cooking Oil
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