Masoor(Whole Red Lentils) Pulao | Easy Masoor Pulao Step by Step Recipe

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Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe

Cooked with spices, fragrant and bright,Masoor pulao is pure delight.A dish of warmth, so wholesome and new,Every bite brings a taste that's true.
So here's another one of the rare and delicious pulao recipes, which you definitely would like to give a try. This one suits all vegans, vegetarians, and non-vegetarians too. 

As I am non-vegetarian, I love to eat my Maoor Pulao with boiled eggs, but for the vegans, they can have it as it is since its taste is impeccable!

The best thing about Masoor Pulav is that it is just so hassle-free, and you don't need any new ingredients from the store. 

The entire Masur Pulao recipe is complete with all the basic ingredients, which are readily available in everyone's kitchen. 

Let's say in the last moment an urgent guest arrives; this recipe will surely help you out to save your day. 

It just cooks in no time and leaves everyone craving more!

Masur Pulao recipe is not only delicious but nutritious too, as masoor daal is high in protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. 

This is one of the greatest and most nutritious options for vegans. 

This high-protein diet is one of the favorites in various regions of my country, particularly North India. 

The use of spices and cooking methods evolved, influenced by Mughal cuisine and regional cooking traditions.

I generally make it at my family gatherings, or like on holidays or at dinner when everyone is at home to enjoy it hot and fresh, as it brings joy and increases the taste like in tenfold!

I will be so glad if you just try it and share your experience with me!

The list of ingredients you need for this recipe is not long. 

INGREDIENTS:

  • Onions, 5 medium size 
  • Tomato 3 medium size 
  • Potato 4 medium size
  • Whole red lentils 100g 
  • Green chilies 7 
  • Ginger garlic paste 2 tsp 
  • Rice 2 glasses
  • Coriander and kasuri methi for garnishing 
  • salt 3 tsp
  • Oil 5 tsp
  • Lemon 1 
  • Whole Garam Masala: Bay leaf 1, cumin 1 tsp, big and small cardamom 2-2 each, small cinnamon stick, 5 cloves, black pepper 
  • Powdered spices: cumin powder 1 tsp, coriander powder 2 tsp, turmeric powder 1 tsp, and garam masala powder 1 tsp

 

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR MAKING PERFECT WHOLE RED LENTIL PULAO:

Chop the onions and take a heavy-bottomed pot, add oil and whole garam masala, and put it on low flame; then add chopped onions and green chilies cut into halves and add salt with it so that the onions get cooked quickly. 

Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe

Let the onions fry well into it till it becomes golden brown, then add ginger garlic paste and let it fry for a minute in it,

Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe

and then add whole red lentils to the mixture, let it fry in it for a minute, and then add tomatoes and potatoes along with powdered masalas like coriander, cumin, turmeric, and garam masala powder. 
Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe

Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe

Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe


Let the entire mixture cook for 2-3 minutes in a medium flame with a lid on. 

Soak the rice after washing it thrice in clean water for 2 minutes. 

Meanwhile, open the lid and stir the gravy well. Once you see the oil is on the top of the gravy, it means the entire mixture has been cooked well and the tastes have been infused in the gravy. Well, then add 3 glasses of water in the pot. 

Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe

Add rice after it and then squeeze a lemon and chop the coriander and kasuri methi on the top of it. 

Let the rice cook well in the pot for about 5 minutes, keeping the flame high. 

After 5 minutes, check the rice by stirring it and then put the flame on low. 

Cover the lid and let the rice soak up the remaining water and get cooked properly and evenly. 

After 3 minutes, check the pot and serve it hot with boiled eggs, raita, and my mango pickle. Here's the link for you: https://www.moonlife3.co.in/2024/11/mango-pickle-recipie.html (I bet you will love it!)

Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe

Tell me your favorite red lentil recipes in the comments below. 

I would love to explore new flavors. ðŸ˜‹

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

  • Preparation time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking time: 10 minutes 
  • Stove type: gas or electric stove
  • Recipe Type: Lunch and Dinner
  • Cuisine: Indian

 

Estimated Nutritional Value (per serving):

 

  • Calories: 350-450 kcal
  • Protein: 12-15g
  • Total Fat: 10-15g
  • Saturated Fat: 1-3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 60-70g 
  • Dietary Fiber: 5-10g
  • Sugars: 2-4g
  • Sodium: 300-600 mg

TIPS FOR PERFECT MASUR (WHOLE RED LENTILS PULAO) RECIPE:

  • Soaking Lentils: Soak the masur (red lentils) for about 30 minutes before cooking. This helps them cook faster and evenly.
Process of cooking Massor Pulao Recipe
  • Spice Tempering: Sauté whole spices (like bay leaves, cloves, and cardamom) in hot oil before adding onions. This enhances the flavor of the oil, which will subsequently flavor the dish.
  • Balancing Flavors: Adjust the spice levels according to your preference. If you like it spicier, consider adding more green chilies.
  • Water Ratio: For 1 glass of rice, add 1.5 glasses of water; this is the thumb rule of cooking perfect rice. 
  • Resting Period: This is called dum in Hindi, as this phase helps to cook the rice perfectly and evenly. After cooking the pulao, let it sit covered for 5-10 minutes before fluffing. This allows the rice to absorb any remaining moisture. 
  • Garnishes: Top the finished pulao with fried onions, fresh coriander, and mint leaves for texture and freshness. 
  • Try Kheema Masur Pulav Youtube video is available 


Related Pulao Recipes: here's the link: 

 prawn pulao with coconut milk

white Chicken yakhni pulao

Vegetable Pulao

Jhinga Pulao

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