Aam Diye Tok Dal (Red Lentil with Raw Mango - Bengali Style)

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Aam Diye Tok Dal (Red Lentil with Raw Mango - Bengali Style)

Description

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :30 Min

Cook Time : 15 Min

Total Time : 45 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 3
  • 1/2 cup masoor dal (red lentil), soaked for 30 minutes


  • 1/2 small raw mango, cut into small pieces


  • 1 tbsp. mustard oil


  • 1/2 tsp. mustard seeds


  • 1-2 whole dry red chilies


  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder


  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste

Directions

  • Pressure cook the dal in 1 cup water for 3-4 whistles. When cool, blend well with salt and turmeric powder.
  • Heat oil and temper with red chilies and mustard seeds. After it stops spluttering, add the chopped mango pieces and saute till light brown.
  • Add the boiled dal and simmer on low flame for 2-3 minutes. Add more water if you want a soup like consistency. Serve hot with steamed rice accompanied by fried potato strips.