Spiced Lentil And Tomato Stew With Rice Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty Gujarati-style lentil stew paired with steamed rice, bursting with tangy tomato flavors and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

• 500 g Toor Dal
• - Baby Tomatoes
• - Tomato Ketchup
• 1 kg Rice
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Cumin Seeds 100g
• 100 g Salt
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• - Coriander Powder
• 1 kg Water Chestnuts
• 1 l Soyabean Oil

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the toor dal thoroughly under running water and soak for 10 minutes.
2. 2. Wash the rice and cook it in 400 ml of water until soft and fluffy; set aside.
3. 3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan and add cumin seeds, allowing them to sizzle for 30 seconds.
4. 4. Chop the tomatoes finely and add them to the pan along with turmeric and coriander powder.
5. 5. Cook the tomatoes for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.
6. 6. Drain the soaked dal and add it to the pan with 500 ml of water and salt; stir well.
7. 7. Simmer the dal mixture for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are cooked and thickened.
8. 8. Stir in the coconut milk and cook for another 2 minutes to enhance the creamy texture.
9. 9. Garnish the stew with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.
10. 10. Serve the lentil stew hot with the cooked rice for a wholesome meal.