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Khatti Daal (Sour Lentil Soup)
Khatti Daal is a tangy lentil soup prepared by simmering lentils with tamarind, spices, and herbs for a flavorful dish.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Toor Dal (rinsed and drained) | 250 | Grams |
| Water (for boiling lentils) | 1 | Liter |
| Tamarind Paste (soaked in warm water) | 3 | Tbsp |
| Onion (finely chopped) | 1 | Count |
| Tomato (chopped) | 2 | Count |
| Green Chili (slit lengthwise) | 2 | Count |
| Garlic (minced) | 4 | Clove |
| Curry Leaves (fresh) | 10 | Count |
| Mustard Seeds | 1 | Tsp |
| Cumin Seeds | 1 | Tsp |
| Turmeric Powder | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Red Chili Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Salt (or to taste) | 1 | Tsp |
| Oil (for tempering) | 2 | Tbsp |
| Coriander Leaves (chopped for garnish) | 1 | Bunch |
Instructions
- Soak tamarind paste in warm water and set aside.
- In a pot, add rinsed toor dal and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until the dal is soft and mushy.
- In a separate pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and curry leaves to the pan. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add chopped tomatoes, green chilies, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
- Add the cooked dal to the pan and mix well. Add tamarind water and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Prep
- Soak tamarind paste in warm water for 30 minutes.
Kitchen equipment
Tamarind PastePressure Cooker or Instant Pot