Indian Parsi Vegetable Dhansak Recipe
A flavorful and hearty Parsi dish made with lentils and vegetables.
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Toor dal (split pigeon peas)
- 1 cup Chopped mixed vegetables (carrots, potatoes, eggplant)
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 inch Ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dhansak masala
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 2 cups Water
- to taste Salt
- 1 handful Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Rinse the toor dal and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
In a pressure cooker, add the soaked dal, mixed vegetables, and 2 cups of water. Cook for 3-4 whistles.
Once the pressure releases, blend the cooked dal and vegetables to a smooth consistency.
In a large pot, heat oil and sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute.
Add dhansak masala, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add the blended dal and vegetable mixture to the pot. Add salt to taste and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg
Lentils, Parsi, Vegetarian