Friday, June 27, 2008

DHANSAK MASALA - BAWI'S MOM'S VERSION

BAWI'S MOM'S DHANSAK MASALA

Originally posted here:
http://atthebackofthehill.blogspot.com/2008/06/you-cook-like-white-man.html


Masala - grind to a fine paste:
One teaspoon Methi (Fenugreek) seeds
Half teaspoon Cumin seeds
4 Cloves
2 Cardamoms (green)
Half inch stick cinnamon
Six to seven dry red chilies
One clove garlic

One and a half to two teaspoons dhana-jeera masala (add when frying paste)


Heat oil and fry ground masala paste. Add dhana-jeera masala and fry on low heat till done (clarification: the fragrance has changed and the oil has come out). Add dal and bring to boil. Simmer a while longer - about 15 to 20 minutes.

Add to dal and vegetable mixture. Add meat at your own discretion.

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