Srilanka Dhal Curry is a staple dish and is very quick to make. This delicious dhal recipe made with masoor dal is popularly served along with nonveg or any rice or roti.
Course Main Dish - Gravies
Cuisine Srilankan
By Cook Method Pressure Cooker, Stovetop
Occasion Everyday Meal
By Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
Dish Type Gourmet Dals
Servings 4people
Author Srivalli
Ingredients
For the Dal
3/4cupMasoor Dal
1/2tspTurmeric Powder
1/2cupCoconut MilkThick milk /First Milk
2cupWateror increase if needed
For Tempering
1/2cupOnion juliennes
1/2cupTomatoes finely chopped
2 to 4 Green Chillies
Salt to taste
1/2tspMustard Seeds
1/2tspCumin Seeds
1/2tspFenugreek Seeds / Methi Seeds
1Sprig Curry Leaves
Instructions
Making the Dal
Wash the dal and changes of water two or three times.
In a pressure cooker, take the dal along with turmeric powder and pressure cook for 2 to 3 whistles.
Once the pressure falls down, add the coconut milk and simmer for 3 minutes.
For Tempering
Heat the oil in a nonstick pan.
Add the mustard seeds and when its start to splutter add the cumin seeds along with fenugreek seeds and sauté for 30 seconds.
Add the curry leaves and greens chillies along with sliced onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
When onions turn colour add the chopped tomato and sauté for 2 minutes.
Pour the mixture over the cooked dal.
Serve hot with Srilankan Yellow Rice or choice of your bread.