Egg Masoor Dal (Recipe)
Description:
Egg Masoor Dal is a creamy lentil dish that incorporates eggs, making it a protein-packed and delicious curry. This simple yet nutritious recipe is a perfect addition to your regular meals. With the goodness of masoor dal (red lentils) and eggs, it serves as a wholesome dinner option that ensures you’re getting plenty of protein in your diet.
Cuisine: North Indian
Course: Dinner
Diet: Eggetarian
Ingredients:
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Masoor Dal (red lentils)
- 1/2 cup Coconut Milk (thick)
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 1 Tomato, finely chopped
- 3 Green Chilies, chopped
- 1/4 cup Mint Leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala Powder
- 1/4 tsp Cumin Powder
- A pinch of Hing (asafoetida)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 6 Curry Leaves
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare Masoor Dal: Wash the masoor dal thoroughly. In a pressure cooker, add 1.5 cups of water and the dal. Close the lid and cook for 3 whistles. Let the pressure release naturally, then open the cooker and mash the dal. Set it aside.
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Temper the Spices: In a pan, heat 2 tsp oil. Add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Sauté for about 15 seconds until they splutter.
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Cook the Aromatics: Add chopped onions and green chilies to the pan, cooking them for 2 minutes until they soften. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
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Add Fresh Herbs and Spices: Once the tomatoes soften, stir in the mint leaves. After 30 seconds, add turmeric powder, garam masala powder, and cumin powder. Mix well and cook for 3-4 minutes to let the spices blend.
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Add the Eggs: Break the eggs one by one into the pan, stirring gently until they are fully cooked and mixed with the spices.
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Combine with Masoor Dal: Once the eggs are cooked, add the mashed dal and a pinch of hing. Stir well to combine everything.
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Simmer: Add 1/2 cup water, mix well, and cover the pan. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
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Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk and adjust salt to taste. Cook for an additional 7-10 minutes until the curry thickens and becomes creamy.
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Serve: Serve the hot Egg Masoor Dal with tawa parathas or aloo amritsari for a satisfying meal.
Enjoy your Egg Masoor Dal as a wholesome, protein-packed dish perfect for any dinner!
