Daal, not dull! Hah I tried.
It’ s a proud moment for this blog because I have finally mastered the art of cooking Daal. After many failed attempts (partly because I didn’t own a presuure cooker), I have finally nailed Daal Chawal. This recipe is a version of the one my cook in Pakistan used to make and is admittedly a tad spicier. I also took the liberty to deepen the color but don’t worry, I’ll share the more classic yellow daal very soon!
If you’re in the same boat as I was a few weeks ago, this is for you! Just get yourself a mini pressure cooker featured in this video and you’re golden!
Masoor Daal (Red Lentil)
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If you're looking for a Daal that has all the flavors you ever craved, this is it!
Author: Rookie With A Cookie
Recipe type: Lentil (Daal)
Cuisine: Pakistani
Serves: 3-4
Ingredients
- Pressure cook:
- 1 cup red lentil (masoor daal)
- 2½ cups water
- ½ tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- red chili powder, a pinch
- ½ cup tomato, chopped
- Tarka temper:
- ½ cup oil
- 5 garlic cloves, slices
- ½ tsp red chilli flakes
- ¼ tsp red chili powder
Instructions
- In a pressure cooker on medium heat, pressure cook lentil, water, coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and tomato.
- Wait for 4 whistles. The texture should be mushy. If the texture differs from the video, pressure cook for 2 more whistles. Remove lid (be sure to let the steam release completely--I prop up the safety valve with a knife).
- Turn the flame to the lowest setting while you prepare the Tarka.
- In another pan, add oil, garlic cloves, red chilli flakes and red chilli powder and let cook on low heat for a few minutes or until garlic has turned golden brown.
- Pour the Tarka in the hot daal, give it a quick stir and turn off the flame.
- Cover with lid until ready to serve.
- Serve hot with Basmati or any long-grain rice.