Fragrant Masoor Dal With Jeera Rice Recipe
Indian cuisine · 330 calories

About this recipe
A comforting combination of aromatic masoor dal paired with jeera rice, perfect for a wholesome and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 100 g Coriander Leaves
- - MASOOR DAL
- 1 kg Rice
- 500 g Onion
- - Tomato Ketchup
- 100 g Garlic
- - Cumin Seeds / Jeera Seeds-250 Gms
- 20 g Turmeric Powder
- 850 g Sundrop Heart+ Blended Cooking Oil
- 100 g Salt
- 1 kg Water Chestnuts
Instructions
- 1. Rinse the masoor dal thoroughly under running water and set it aside.
- 2. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds until they start to sizzle.
- 3. Add finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- 4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute to release its aroma.
- 5. Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and red chili powder, cooking until softened.
- 6. Pour in the rinsed masoor dal and mix well with the spices and tomatoes.
- 7. Add water and salt, then simmer for 20 minutes until the dal is tender and thickened.
- 8. In another pot, rinse rice and cook it with water and a pinch of salt until soft.
- 9. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.
- 10. Garnish the dal with chopped coriander leaves for an added burst of flavor.
- 11. Serve the fragrant masoor dal alongside the jeera rice for a hearty dinner.