Dinner

Yellow Split Pea Dal

  • Prep 10 mins
  • Total 30 mins
  • Easy
  • Serves 4

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  • 200g 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
  • 600ml water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)

Utensils

  • 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