Herbal Lentil Soup

by Tarla Dalal

A satiating combination of moong dal and potatoes is perked up with onions and dill leaves to make a comforting soup.

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A satiating combination of moong dal and potatoes is perked up with onions and dill leaves to make a comforting soup. While sautéed onions give this soup its crunchy mouth-feel, butter gives it a rich flavour. However, take care to serve the Herbal Lentil Soup immediately on preparation as both potatoes and dal tend to thicken over time. Moreover, the aroma of dill is just unbeatable when fresh.

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Herbal Lentil Soup recipe - How to make Herbal Lentil Soup

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Preparation Time: 10 mins Cooking Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins 4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

1/4 cup finely chopped dill leaves
1/4 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram)
1/4 cup roughly chopped onions
1/4 cup roughly chopped potatoes
1 tbsp butter
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
salt and freshly ground black pepper (kalimirch) to taste

Method

Combine the moong dal, onions and potatoes along with 4 cups of water in a pressure cooker and pressure cook for 4 whistles.
Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
Blend the mixture in a mixer till smooth. Keep aside.
Heat the butter in a deep non-stick pan, add the onions and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the moong dal mixture, salt and pepper, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Add the dill leaves, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute, while stirring occasionally.
Serve immediately.