Description

Tomato Dal or Tomato Pappu is a traditional South Indian stew made with yellow lentils and tomatoes. It is typically served over rice.

Cooking time 30 minutes.
Servings: 4-6

Method:

Pressure cook the lentils with tomatoes, salt, chili powder, turmeric and 2 cups of water for 8 whistles. Alternatively, these ingredients can be cooked in a container on the stovetop for 30-35 minutes.

Let off the steam.  Add 1 teaspoon of tamarind paste (or 1 tablespoon of lemon juice) to the cooked dal and stir well.

In a separate pan, dry roast mustard seeds, red chilies, 10 curry leaves, jeera, and hing, Add cooked dal to this dry roast mix and stir it well. Add 2 tablespoons of cilantro for garnishing.