When I made masoor makhani for the first time, I had no idea…how deeply I will fell in love with this recipe. Of all the makhani recipes, masoor makhani is my favourite. Creamy texture, soft dal, mild spices and heavenly aroma makes this massor makhani a delectable side dish. I make this masoor makhani every week and every time I made it, I am in bit more love with it. So is my indulgence with this recipe. I always made it in combo with roti/phulka/parotha /jeera rice.
But on one fine day, when I sat to have my Tomato Rice in lunch along with potato chips, I just remembered I had some Masoor Makhani left from the night dinner resting in the fridge. I just microwaved for 2 minutes and paired up with tomato rice. It was…I was like in gastronomical heaven….every morsel I took is a pure indulgence. I loved the combo of tomato rice and masoor makhani and from that day….the combo is on my menu most of the times whenever I feel like treating myself with comfort as well as yum food.
Tangy tomato rice with fewer spices compliments the creamy and aromatic masoor makhani. I love experimenting with paring up of foods and this one is one of the hit combo in my list. A very satisfying and comfort meal to me. But I love masoor makhani with jeera rice/roti but not as much as I like with tomato rice. Next time when you are going to make massor makhani, try in combo with tomato rice and do let me know….Hope you enjoy this pair as much as I do….Happy Cooking!
I have gone crazy with the pictures, so this is an fully picture loaded post to make you carve and cook this recipe soon….
Masoor Makhani
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup Kali Masoor Dal/Brown Lentils
- 1 Onion, sliced
- 1 Tomato, sliced
- 2 Green chilies, chopped
- 1 tbsp. Red chili powder
- ¼ tbsp. Turmeric powder
- ½ tbsp. fresh grated Ginger
- ½ tbsp. fresh crushed Garlic
- Salt
- 1 tbsp. Jeera/cumin
- ½ tbsp. Coriander powder
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 1’ inch piece of Cinnamon
- ½ tbsp. Garam Masala *
- ¼ cup Milk/ 2 tbsp. fresh Cream
- 3 tbsp. fresh Coriander leaves
PREPARATION:
- In a pressure cooker, add oil, to this add bay leaf and cinnamon. When these spices starts to release their aroma add jeera. When jeera splutters add sliced onions and then fry till translucent.
- Now add tomatoes and green chilies and fry then tomatoes turn mushy. Now add red chili powder, turmeric powder, grated ginger, crushed garlic, coriander powder and garam masala. Fry for another 2-3 minutes.
- Now add kali masoor dal and mix well. Add 1-1 ½ cup water and pressure cook for 4-5 whistles or until the dal is soft but not mushy.
- Add salt and 2 tbsp. of fresh coriander leaves. Cook for another 2-3 minutes on low flame.
- Add milk or fresh cream and on low flame cook for another 1 minute and turn off the flame.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves or fresh grated ginger or fresh cream or lime wedges or sliced onions and serve hot with roti/phulka/jeera rice/tomato rice/parotha.
- Last but not least add your ‘love’ to make the dish ‘YUMMY’.
FOR GARAM MASALA:
- 2 Green Cardamom + 2 Cloves + 1 1’inch stick Cinnamon – Dry roast for 1-2 minutes on low flame and grind to fine powder. Use as per the recipe needs and store the remaining in air tight container. You can even microwave the spices for 30 seconds (depending on your microwave watts).
NOTES:
- When you add milk or cream to a recipe, you have to be extra careful as it may curdle. Always cook on low flame and for 1 minute.
- If you soak kali masoor dal an hour or two before cooking, you can reduce the cooking time of these lentils.
- You can even substitute tomato pieces with tomato puree.
WITHOUT PRESSURE COOKER:
I have heard a chef saying the bliss and beauty of cooking lentils is not cook them in pressure cooker, but to cook them on low flame by stirring now and then. That’s really true. When the lentils are cooked on slow flame, they tend to become tastier by absorbing all the spice and aroma. If you want to enjoy the rich taste of masoor makhani here is a recipe without pressure cooker. In a heavy bottom cooking vessel add bay leaf and cinnamon and when they start to release there aroma, add jeera, when it starts to splutter add sliced onions and fry till translucent. Now add chopped tomatoes, green chilli, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, grated ginger, crushed garlic and garam masala. Cook till tomatoes turn soft and mushy (You can add little water if needed). Now add kali masoor dal and 1-1½ glass of water. Cook covered until dal is completely cooked. Check in between and give a nice stir. Once the dal is cooked, nice and soft then add fresh coriander leaves, milk or cream and cook for another 1 minute on low flame. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
The above masoor makhani is going to participate in MLLA – 48 @ A Canadian Foodie, event by Susan of The Well- Seasoned Cook.
Prathibha says
Very delicious dal,one of my fav too..nice n comforting meal….yummmy..:)
Prathibha says
Very delicious dal,one of my fav too..nice n comforting meal….yummmy..:)
ramya anand says
It was love at first sight…LOL!!droolworthy pictures…
Siri says
Love the deep color the dish has got. I am making this very soon with our usual quota of rotis. :DSiri
Nagashree says
wow, that looks so creamy. Beautiful presentation.
Rumana Rawat says
Superb what a lovely looking dish…
sowmya's creative saga says
I love this dal..make it almost the same way…have a Biryani recipe with this dal in my blog..
Supriya's Rasoi says
Lubna the pics make me drool I will surely try the deadly combination of Tomato Pulao and masoor dal.
Paaka Shaale says
Beautiful recipe!!! and very creative photography!!!The dal looks very comforting Lubna 🙂
faseela says
fabulous recipe dear…..and the clicks so tempting…..
runnergirlinthekitchen.blogspot.com says
One of my favourite dals, looks very inviting.. love the click as always 🙂
Devi says
wow! looks very yummm.. I've always wondered what everyone cooks with brown masoor lentils.. this is delicious!
Shabbu says
looks yummy and lovely clicks..Shabbu's Tasty Kitchen
Priya says
Wat a nutritious and protein packed makhani,irresistible..
Sharmilee! :) says
Wow this sounds new to me…looks creamy and yummy
Tina says
Bookmarking this..Looks delicious.
Spice up the Curry says
I am just staring at pics and My mouth is watering. yumm
Balvinder Ubi says
Is that your blog, too. I clicked on Yummy food and it took me here. I checked your about you. you have wonderful photography and cooking skills. I love masoor. It takes short time to cook than other daals and is creamy in texture.
Chitra says
Looks delicious. I love the props u use. Where do u buy ?
Valarmathi Sanjeev says
New to me… sounds interesting…looks creamy and delicious.
Suja Manoj says
Tempting meal,creamy and delicious curry,bookmarked.
Vimitha Anand says
Delicious dal variety Lubna
Shweta in the Kitchen says
Very nutritious & delicioushttp://shwetainthekitchen.blogspot.com/
Madhavi says
Mast recipe..and this makhani looks amazing,,,http://vegetarianmedley.blogspot.com/
Archana says
Bookmarking it. it will be a hit at home. I am hosting Kitchen Chronicles Theme Go Nuts…Do send me your entries
Devadatta says
You know what? I tried to make this 2 times before (finally) successfully pleased my family.
But it is worth the hard work. LOL.
Anyway, thank you for making me look like a professional. 🙂
Hey, if you don’t mind, you can submit your masoor makhani photos to http://www.foodporn.net/ to make others hungry.
You know it’s fun to make others hungry. Especially when they are so hungry they finally want to create your recipe. 🙂
It is worth the try. 🙂
Thanks!
Payal Singhal says
Masoor Makhani…hmmmm nice idea:)…looks great!
Kannada Cuisine says
Masoor is my favorite lentil and makhani style just makes it better..Beautiful pictures as usual
Spandana says
So creamy, rich and full of flavor. Love it!
Shama Nagarajan says
delicious dear…inviting you to oin street party food event in my blog .
Lena Rashmin Raj says
looks super delicious.. loved that color..bookmarked 🙂
Rekha says
looks very nice and tasty.. never tried this before.. Fabulous..http://indiantastyfoodrecipes.blogspot.com
Rahin says
sooooo delicious …yum yum
Anh says
It looks delicious and warming! Lovely dish!
Steve niklas says
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Akila says
Wow this is indeed a special recipe with rocking clicks Event: Dish name starts with M
Umm Salihah says
Salaam Lubna, decided to try this today and it was a hit, the kids, hubby and mum-in-law all enjoyed it, so thank you!
Mahi says
You won't believe, I bought this dal by mistake, was wondering wat to do..it was sitting sadly in my pantry for months! Will try your recipe soon! Loved the photos!
Supriya's Rasoi says
Hi Lubna I made the masoor dal last week and it was very delicious my toddler also enjoyed it with her khichdi I will soon post it on my space with pics.
Jayasri Ravi says
oh! my your pictures definitely are drool worthy.., very stunning presentation.., love this dal so much as it is quick and easy to cook and comforting food
ajoy says
Hi Lubna,Love the recipe.Will try the one without the pressure cooker!!Happy cooking!!Thoughtsfromajoy.com
Jehanne says
Gorgeous pictures as usual..and thanks for the tip on no pressure cooker, I need someone to convince me to take the slow cooker from the pantry!
lubna says
I made this for breakfast today with phulkas. It was yummm.