Name: Traditional Maharashtrian Amti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: India
Ingredients: 1 cup Arhar Dal (Split Pigeon Peas); 3 cups Water (for boiling dal); 2 tablespoons Oil; 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds; 10-12 Curry Leaves; 1 pinch Asafoetida (Hing); 1 medium Onion, finely chopped; 2 medium Tomatoes, pureed; 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder; 5 teaspoons Kala Masala; 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder (adjust to taste); 1 teaspoon Goda Masala (optional, but recommended); 1 teaspoon Jaggery or Sugar (optional, for balance); 1 tablespoon Tamarind Paste or Lemon Juice; 2 cups Hot Water (adjust for desired consistency); Salt to taste; 2 tablespoons Fresh Coriander Leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Amti 🇮🇳 India

a Lentil curry with Split lentils.

vegetarian spicy

Made with

Kala masala arhar dal curry leaves mustard seeds

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