Chana Dal Capsicum Curry (Vegetarian Recipe)

Chana Dal Capsicum Curry is an Indian curry recipe; which is prepared with bengal gram, capsicum, along with spices. This is a perfect side dish for rice.

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» For Chana Dal Capsicum Curry:

• 1 large-sized capsicum, cubed
• 1 cup split bengal gram, washed (chana dal)
• 1 medium-sized tomato, chopped
• 1 medium-sized onion, cubed
• 1/2 cup onion, ginger-garlic paste
• 1 medium-sized fresh chili chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 teaspoons coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried mango powder
• Salt as per taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» Chana Dal Capsicum Curry:

1. Take a pressure cooker. Add chana dal, with 3 cups of water, tomato, salt, and turmeric powder. Close with the lid and pressure cook for 6-7 whistles. Remove from heat, and let the pressure cooker cool down for a while till there is no pressure remaining.
2. Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds to it. When the seeds start to splutter, add onion and ginger-garlic paste to it.
3. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes. Add fresh chili, cubed capsicum, and cubed onions. Mix well and let them cook for 4-5 minutes.
4. Now add red chili powder, coriander powder, and dried mango powder, along with 1/4 cup of water. Let the spices cook with vegetables for 3-4 minutes.
5. Now add pressure-cooked chana dal and mix well. Cook for 5 more minutes. Delicious Chana Dal Capsicum Curry is ready.
6. Serve Chana Dal Capsicum Curry hot with plain roti, avocado paratha, steamed rice, papad, and pickle. Enjoy!

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