How long does Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry) take?

50 minutes from start to finish. That is 15 minutes of preparation and 35 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry) serve?

4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry) vegetarian?

Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.

Is Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry) spicy?

It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.

What do I need to make Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry)?

200 grams Whole Masoor (Whole Red Lentils), 2 grams Curry leaves, 1.5 grams Black Peppercorns, 0.9 grams Cloves, 1 grams Cinnamon, 4 grams Byadgi Red Chilli, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry)?

Yes, this one is cooked under pressure.

How many calories are in Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry)?

About 350 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry)

Name: Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Maharashtrian
Ingredients: 200 grams Whole Masoor (Whole Red Lentils); 750 ml Water, For Soaking; 500 ml Water, For Cooking; ½ tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Oil; 1 tbsp Coriander Seeds; 1.5 grams Black Peppercorns; 0.9 grams Cloves; 1 grams Cinnamon; 4 grams Byadgi Red Chilli; 150 grams Onion, Thinly Sliced; 30 grams Dry Coconut, Grated; 18 grams Garlic; 10 grams Ginger; 80 ml Water, For Grinding; 2 tbsp Oil; 1 tsp Mustard Seeds; 2 grams Curry leaves; 1 tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder; 250 ml Water, For Adjusting Consistency; 1½ tsp Salt; 5 grams Kokum; 10 grams Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped

50 min
medium
Serves 4

Prep 15 min · Cook 35 min

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Also known as masoor amti, akha masoor amti, masoor dal amti · Veg · Curries & Gravies, Dal

Curries & Gravies Dal

Malvani masoor amti, whole masoor in a roasted masala of whole spices, onion and dry coconut with kokum. Medium-spicy, serves 4, 50 minutes plus soaking.

Low calorie

You’ll need: Pressure Cooker

Ingredients

23 items

4 people

Whole Masoor (Whole Red Lentils)200 grams
Water, For Soaking750 ml
Water, For Cooking500 ml
Turmeric Powder½ tsp
Oil1 tsp
Coriander Seeds1 tbsp
Black Peppercorns1.5 grams
Cloves0.9 grams
Cinnamon1 grams
Byadgi Red Chilli4 grams
Onion, Thinly Sliced150 grams
Dry Coconut, Grated30 grams
Garlic18 grams
Ginger10 grams
Water, For Grinding80 ml
Oil2 tbsp
Mustard Seeds1 tsp
Curry leaves2 grams
Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder1 tsp
Water, For Adjusting Consistency250 ml
Salt1½ tsp
Kokum5 grams
Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped10 grams

Cooking for someone with an allergy? Read every ingredient above. We have not finished checking allergens on this recipe.

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 4 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 4 people
Energy	350kcal	1400kcal
Protein	14g	57g
Carbohydrate	42g	168g
Fat	15g	61g
Fibre	8.8g	35g
Sugar	3.5g	14g

Method

1
Wash the whole masoor and soak it in 750 ml water for 4 to 5 hours.
Whole Masoor (Whole Red Lentils)Water
2
Drain the masoor. Pressure cook it with 500 ml fresh water and the turmeric powder for 2 whistles, about 10 minutes. Keep the cooking water.
WaterTurmeric Powder
3
Heat 1 tsp oil in a pan on low heat. Roast the coriander seeds, peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon and Byadgi chillies for 1 minute. Add the sliced onion and roast for 5 minutes till brown. Add the dry coconut, garlic and ginger and roast for 3 minutes till the coconut is golden.
OilCoriander SeedsBlack PeppercornsClovesCinnamonByadgi Red ChilliOnionDry CoconutGarlicGinger
4
Cool the roasted masala and grind it with 80 ml water to a smooth paste.
Water
5
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a kadai. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves and Kashmiri chilli powder, then the ground paste. Fry for 4 minutes till oil comes out at the sides.
OilMustard SeedsCurry leavesKashmiri Red Chilli Powder
6
Add the cooked masoor with its water, salt and 250 ml water. Simmer for 6 minutes. Add the kokum and simmer for 3 minutes more.
WaterSaltKokum
7
Turn off the heat. Add coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or bhakri.
Coriander Leaves

Before you start

How long does Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry) take?: 50 minutes from start to finish. That is 15 minutes of preparation and 35 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry) serve?: 4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry) vegetarian?: Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.
Is Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry) spicy?: It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry)?: 200 grams Whole Masoor (Whole Red Lentils), 2 grams Curry leaves, 1.5 grams Black Peppercorns, 0.9 grams Cloves, 1 grams Cinnamon, 4 grams Byadgi Red Chilli, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry)?: Yes, this one is cooked under pressure.
How many calories are in Malvani Masoor Amti (Whole Masoor Curry)?: About 350 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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