Yellow Split Pea Dal
Ingredients
- 7oz yellow split peas (chana dal), rinsed and drained
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bird eye chilli, chopped (or 1 tsp chilli poweder)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 2 tbsp garlic ginger paste
- 21fl. oz water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions
Step 1
Select the sear/sauté option, set the temperature to medium then press the start/stop button. Leave to warm up for 5 minutes, then add the oil. Allow to heat up for a few seconds
Step 2
Add the onions and sauté for 5 minutes, then add in the spices, salt and the garlic ginger paste and allow to cook for another minute
Step 3
Mix in the split peas, lemon juice and water
Step 4
Assemble the Pressure Lid and make sure the pressure release valve is in the seal position
Step 5
Select pressure and set the temperature to high
Step 6
Set the time to 14 minutes, then press the start/stop button
Step 7
Once the time is up, quick release the pressure by carefully turning the valve to the vent position
Step 8
Carefully open the lid and take out the pan using oven mitts
Step 9
Serve with rice and garnish with fresh coriander and more chilies