Instant Pot Masoor Dal
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5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
311 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian
Instant Pot Masoor Dal
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This Instant Pot Masoor Dal comes together in minutes, is high in fiber and protein, and is positively PACKED with flavor!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 small yellow onion , finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh minced ginger
- 1-2 green chilies , (optional) discard the seeds and, for less heat, discard the membranes as well, minced (there are a number of Indian green chilies but you can also substitute with jalapeno)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 1/2 cups red lentils , rinsed and drained
- 2 Roma tomatoes (OR 1/2 to 3/4 of a 14.5 ounce can of diced tomatoes) , finely chopped
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (see note) (vegetarian/vegan: use vegetable broth)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 black cardamom , optional but recommended
- 2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida (aka hing powder)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- pinch of kashmiri chili powder (or cayenne) , optional (for heat)
- Juice of one lime
- 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté. Heat the oil in the Instant Pot and add the mustard and cumin seeds. Cook until the mustard seeds begin to pop, about 15-20 seconds. Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger and chilies (if using) and cook for another minute. Add the turmeric, chili powder, asafoetida, coriander, cinnamon and cloves and cook for a minute. Add the lentils, tomatoes, salt, black cardamom, and broth. Stir to combine.Cancel the "sauté" setting and set to pressure cook on HIGH for 10 minutes followed by a quick release.Stir in the lime juice and cilantro, add salt to taste, and serve immediately with some fresh naan. Note: Masoor dal thickens over time and if serving as leftovers you can thin it out with a little more broth if you like.
Notes
- Traditionally water is used, not broth, but I prefer using broth for added flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
311kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
47g
(16%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Sodium
1487mg
(62%)
Potassium
982mg
(28%)
Fiber
22g
(88%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
313IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
28mg
(31%)
Calcium
74mg
(7%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 311 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 311kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 1487mg | 62% |
| Potassium | 982mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 22g | 88% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 313IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 28mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 7% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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