Teliya Mah (An old & a Traditional Himachali Style Lentil Curry)

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Teliya Mah (An old & a Traditional Himachali Style Lentil Curry)

Description

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :24 Hr 0 Min

Cook Time : 20 Min

Total Time : 24 Hr 20 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 3
  • 1/2 cup whole moong dal (green gram), soaked overnight


  • 1 tbsp. oil


  • 1 tbsp. ghee + 1 tsp. ghee


  • 1 tsp. cumin seeds


  • 1-2 bay leaves


  • 2-3 green cardamoms


  • 4-5 cloves


  • 1


  • 1/2 tsp. peppercorns


  • 1 onion, chopped


  • 1 tsp. ginger, grated


  • 1 cup curd


  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder


  • 1 tsp. red chili powder


  • 1/4 tsp. asafoetida


  • 1 cup milk


  • 2-3 tbsp. cream


  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste


  • 1/4 tsp. cardamom powder


  • 2-3 tbsp. coriander leaves, chopped

Directions

  • In a pan heat 1 tbsp. ghee and oil. Temper with cumin seeds, bay leaves, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom and cumin seeds. Saute for a few seconds.
  • Add the onion and ginger, Stir fry till light brown. Then add the turmeric powder, red chili powder and asafoetida. Stir for a few seconds.
  • Add the yoghurt and continue to saute till it is almost dry. Add the boiled lentil, salt, milk and cream. Mix everything well and simmer, covered on a low flame for 4-5 minutes.