Mixed Vegetable Sabzi and Dal

Ingredients

• 🥣½ cup masoor dal (red lentils)
• 🥔1 medium potato
• 🥕1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans)
• 🧅1 medium onion
• 🍅2 medium tomatoes
• 🫚1 inch ginger
• 🧄2 cloves garlic
• 🟠½ tsp turmeric powder
• 🌰1 tsp cumin powder
• 🌿1 tsp coriander powder
• 🌶️½ tsp garam masala
• 🍶2 tbsp vegetable oil
• ⚫½ tsp mustard seeds
• 🧂 salt and black pepper, to taste
• 🍃¼ cup fresh coriander leaves

Method

1. 1Rinse the masoor dal thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 20 minutes while you prepare other ingredients.
2. 2Peel and dice the potato, onion, and tomatoes. Mince the ginger and garlic.
3. 3Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or pressure cooker over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4Add minced ginger and garlic, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
5. 5Stir in turmeric, cumin, and coriander powders. Cook for one minute, then add diced tomatoes and cook until softened.
6. 6Drain the soaked dal and add it to the pot along with the diced potato and mixed vegetables. Add 3 cups of water, salt, and pepper.
7. 7If using a pressure cooker, cook for 3-4 whistles. If using a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until dal and vegetables are tender.
8. 8Stir in garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.