Tomato Pappu
Tomato Pappu is a South Indian lentil dish made by cooking toor dal with tomatoes and spices, resulting in a flavorful and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Toor Dal (rinsed and soaked) | 250 | Grams |
| Tomato (medium-sized, chopped) | 4 | Count |
| Onion (medium-sized, finely chopped) | 1 | Count |
| Green Chili (slit lengthwise) | 2 | Count |
| Garlic (minced) | 4 | Clove |
| Turmeric Powder | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Red Chili Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Coriander Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Mustard Seeds | 1 | Tsp |
| Cumin Seeds | 1 | Tsp |
| Asafoetida | 0.25 | Tsp |
| Curry Leaves (fresh) | 1 | Bunch |
| Oil (vegetable or sunflower oil) | 2 | Tbsp |
| Salt (or to taste) | 1 | Tsp |
| Water (for cooking the dal) | 750 | Milliliters |
| Coriander Leaves (fresh, chopped) | 1 | Bunch |
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the toor dal in water for at least 30 minutes.
- In a pressure cooker, add soaked toor dal, chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and water. Cook for 3-4 whistles until the dal is soft.
- In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves.
- Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and slit green chilies to the pan. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and sauté for another minute.
- Pour the cooked dal mixture into the pan. Stir well and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes on low heat.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.
Prep
- Soak toor dal in water for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Kitchen equipment
Pressure Cooker