Monday, November 15, 2010

Methi Dal


Tur / Arhar Dal  - 1/2 cup
Methi leaves - 1 bunch
Turmeric - 1/4 tsp
Tomato - 1/2, chopped
Salt

Olive Oil - 1 tbsp
Mustard Seeds - 1/4 tsp
Whole Red Chilli - 4
Garlic - 4 cloves, thinly sliced
Ginger - 1/2 inch, thinly sliced
Onion - 1/2, finely chopped
Red Chilli powder - 1/2 tsp
Coriander powder - 1/2 tsp
Lemon Juice - 2 tsp

Cook the dal with turmeric, salt and chopped tomato till done. Keep aside.

Heat oil in a pan. Temper with mustard seeds and whole red chilli. Add the onion, ginger, garlic slices and cook till the onion gets slightly brown.

Mix the methi leaves, salt, red chilli powder and coriander powder. Saute till the leaves wilt.

Add the cooked dal and some water. Mix everything well and adjust seasoning. Boil for a few minutes and cook till the desired consistency.

Add the fresh lemon juice on top and serve with brown rice.

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