MALAYSIAN STYLE DHAL (PARUPPU) CURRY KARI ROTI CANAI (KUAL DHAL) | SOUTH INDIAN SAMBAR |

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils provide a similar texture while being more nutritious.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories without sacrificing flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats and flavor.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add mustard seeds and let them pop.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in ginger and garlic paste; cook until fragrant.

Add dried chillies, curry leaves, turmeric, and salt; cook for a minute.

Pour in tamarind juice and bring to a simmer.

Add lentils and chopped tomato; stir to combine.

Simmer until lentils are tender.

Season with baba's sambar mix and adjust salt to taste.

Cooking Techniques

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