The Best Way to Prepare Yellow Curry: A Flavorful Dal Mungi Dhuli Recipe

Yellow curry, known for its vibrant color and distinctive taste, is a popular dish that can be enjoyed year-round. Today, we will explore a simple and delicious recipe for Dal Mungi Dhuli, a comforting and nutritious yellow curry. Perfect for feeding a family or a group of friends, this dish is not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

To make this Dal Mungi Dhuli, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Dal

1/4 cup Dal Mungi Dhuli 3/4 cup Dal Masri

For the Tadka (Tempering)

1.5 medium chopped onions 1 green chilly 2 small pieces of ginger, chopped 4 cloves of garlic, chopped Chopped coriander (1.5 tbsp) 1 tsp turmeric (haldi) 1 tsp pusa dhaniya (coriander powder) 1/2 tsp garam masala Salt (1.5 tsp) 2 tbsps of oil

Preparation Method

Follow these simple steps to prepare your Dal Mungi Dhuli:

Start by washing the dal in a pressure cooker. Add 2.5 cups of water, 1 tsp of salt, and 1/2 tsp of turmeric. Pressure cook until you hear one whistle. Once done, turn off the flame.

Heat a pan and add 2 tbsps of oil. When the oil is hot, add the chopped onions and fry until they turn golden brown. This will take about 3-4 minutes.

In the meantime, grind the tomato, ginger, garlic, and green chilly to make a smooth paste.

Once the onions are browned, add the tomato mixture and a little water (about 1/4 cup) to the pan. Stir well and allow it to simmer for a couple of minutes until the oil separates.

Now, add the chopped coriander, whole masala (turmeric, coriander powder, and garam masala), and stir until the oil separates again.

Open the pressure cooker and pour the tadka into the dal. Stir well and taste for any necessary adjustments. Serve immediately with steamed rice or chapatti.

Conclusion

This Dal Mungi Dhuli is a perfect introduction to making yellow curry at home. Its simple and straightforward preparation makes it a great dish for beginners. Once you master it, you can experiment with different masalas and ingredients to create your unique version of this flavorful dish. Enjoy cooking and eating!