Togari Bele Palya
Veg
Vegan
A simple yet delicious stir-fry made with split pigeon peas and seasoned with mustard and curry leaves.
Cuisines
North Karnataka
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Toor Dal |
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2 tablespoons | Oil |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 pinch | Asafoetida |
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2 tablespoons | Coconut , grated |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 medium | Onion , finely chopped |
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1 medium | Tomato , finely chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Jaggery |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 cups | Water |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the toor dal thoroughly and soak it in water for 15 minutes.
- 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 4 Add cumin seeds and asafoetida, and sauté for a few seconds.
- 5 Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent.
- 6 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft.
- 7 Drain the soaked toor dal and add it to the pan.
- 8 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 9 Pour in 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
- 10 Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer until the dal is cooked and soft.
- 11 Add grated coconut, chopped coriander leaves, and jaggery. Mix well.
- 12 Cook for another 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a teaspoon of ghee at the end before serving.