Best 2 Spicy Indian Yellow Lentil Curry Recipes

Spicy Indian yellow lentil curry is a delectable vegetarian dish that tantalizes taste buds with its vibrant flavors and aromatic spices. Originating from the culinary traditions of India, this hearty and comforting curry is a harmonious blend of earthy lentils, aromatic spices, and a medley of fresh vegetables. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the realm of Indian cuisine, this article will guide you through the process of creating an authentic and delicious spicy Indian yellow lentil curry.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY INDIAN YELLOW LENTIL CURRY

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This is Gayatri Venkatesh's recipe from the Thursday magazine. Its really tasty. You can tone down the spiciness by reducing the number of green chillies if you please. Enjoy!

Provided by Charishma_Ramchanda

Categories Curries

Time 1h

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 cup toovar dal, washed thoroughly,drained and refreshed with clean water to soak dal (yellow lentils)
2 medium tomatoes, washed,peeled and chopped
1 pinch turmeric powder
1 1/2 tablespoons tamarind pulp
7 green chilies, washed and slit
100 g small sambar onions, peeled and washed
salt
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon coriander seed
1 pinch asafoetida powder
3 -5 sprigs of fresh curry leaves, washed and torn
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves, washed,to garnish

Steps:

In a pressure cooker, put the lentils, tomatoes and 4 cups of water with a pinch of turmeric powder.
Pressure cook until the lentils are tender.
Heat 1 tablespoons of oil in a pot.
Once its hot, add mustard and cumin seeds.
Allow to splutter.
Once they stop spluttering, add corriander seeds, asafoetida powder, curry leaves and green chillies.
Stir-fry for 5 minutes.
Add onions and stir-fry till they become golden brown in colour.
Remove from heat.
Open the pressure cooker.
Add this mixture to the cooked dal.
Stir well.
Add tamarind pulp and salt to taste.
Mix well and bring to a boil.
Remove from heat.
Garnish with corriander leaves and serve hot over rice alongwith some plain yogurt on the side,or, with dosas and chutney.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 21.3, Carbohydrate 24.7, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 14.5, Protein 5.1

DAL (INDIAN LENTIL CURRY)

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Recipe video below. There are countless variations of Dal all across India. This is a northern Indian version called "dal tadka" that's akin to what is served in Indian restaurants. "Tadka" refers to spices sizzling in hot oil that's poured over the dal. It's dramatic and gives it a flavour bump - but is optional. I include it for company, and leave it out for midweek or if being served alongside other punchy flavoured curries. Heat level in this recipe is mild - just a tickle. If you like it fiery, try leaving in the seeds in the chillies and/or adding some chilli powder. This is a dal that's flavourful to have as a main!

Provided by Nagi

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

2 tbsp / 30 g ghee (, or 1 tbsp oil + 1 tbsp/15g butter (Note 1))
2 green cayenne chillies (, deseeded and cut into chunks (optional) (Note 2))
1 medium onion (, finely chopped (brown or yellow))
6 garlic cloves (, finely chopped)
1 tbsp ginger (, finely chopped (1.5cm / 3/5"))
8 fresh curry leaves (, or 6 dried (Note 3))
1 tomato (, chopped)
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 cup dried chana dal (, yellow split peas or other yellow lentils (Note 4 for other lentils))
4 cups / 1 litre water
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/8 tsp garam marsala
3/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 tbsp / 20g ghee (, or half each butter + oil (Note 1))
1 eschalot or 1/4 small onion (, halved lengthways and sliced (Note 5))
1 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp black mustard seeds ((optional))
3 dried chillies (, broken in half, seeds removed (optional))
Fresh coriander/cilantro sprigs ((optional))
Steamed basmati rice

Steps:

Soak Lentils: Rinse lentils and leave to soak in plenty of water for 1 hour. Drain in colander.
Heat ghee/oil in a heavy based saucepan over high heat. Add green chillies and fry for a minute until starting to blister.
Add onions and fry until softened.
Lower heat to medium, add garlic, ginger and curry leaves. Cook for 1 minute until garlic starts to turn golden and smells amazing.
Add tomatoes and cumin, cook until tomatoes start to break down and thicken to a paste - about 2 minutes.
Add lentils, water, tumeric and salt. Stir, bring to simmer, cover and simmer gently for 1 hour. Stir two or three times during the hour.
Remove lid and simmer gently for 30 minutes to thicken, stirring every now and then. The dal is ready when it has a consistency like porridge - some lentils should be intact but some have broken down to thicken the sauce.
Stir through garam masala at the end. Adjust salt if desired.
Pour over Tadka, if using, and stir through.
Serve Dal over rice, garnished with a sprig of coriander if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

- Use high-quality yellow lentils for the best flavor and texture. - Rinse the lentils thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt or debris. - To make the curry ahead of time, cook the lentils and vegetables according to the recipe, then let cool completely. Store the curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, reheat the curry over medium heat until warmed through. - Serve the curry with rice, naan, or your favorite Indian bread. - For a vegan version of the curry, omit the ghee and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. - To make the curry spicier, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. - Garnish the curry with fresh cilantro, chopped tomatoes, or yogurt before serving.

Conclusion:

Spicy Indian yellow lentil curry is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The lentils are a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables provide vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The curry is also a good source of spices, which have been shown to have many health benefits. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that is both healthy and delicious, give this spicy Indian yellow lentil curry a try. You won't be disappointed!

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