Microwave Magic Daal Curry
Whip up a flavorful and aromatic daal curry in minutes using your microwave. This quick and easy recipe combines lentils with a blend of spices and herbs for a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfectly balanced in flavors, this microwave magic daal curry will leave you craving for more.
ingredients
- 1 cup yellow split peas, rinsed
- 4 cups water
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 green chili, sliced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the rinsed split peas, water, onion, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and green chili.
- 2.
Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe lid or plate, leaving a small vent.
- 3.
Microwave on high for 10 minutes, then give it a stir and microwave for another 8 minutes.
- 4.
Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and mash the cooked split peas slightly using a fork or potato masher.
- 5.
Return the bowl to the microwave and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 6.
In a small microwave-safe dish, heat the cumin seeds for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- 7.
Add the toasted cumin seeds, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt to the daal curry. Stir well to combine.
- 8.
Microwave for a final 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- 9.
Serve the daal curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.