Bottle Gourd Toor Dal

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Bottle Gourd Toor Dal

Yield: 4

Author: Nush & Doza

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 18 MinInactive time: 25 MinTotal time: 53 Min

Warm up with this comforting Instant Pot Bottle Gourd Toor Dal, a flavorful Indian lentil dish made with tender bottle gourd, toor dal, tomatoes, and aromatic spices! Seasoned with garam masala, cumin, and a generous kick of black pepper, this easy vegetarian dal is hearty, nutritious, and perfect for chilly days. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside warm roti for a satisfying homemade meal!

Ingredients

• 1 cup toor dal, rinsed
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 bay leaves
• 8 oz bottle gourd, chopped
• 2 cups water
• ½ medium yellow onion, chopped
• 2 medium Roma tomatoes, chopped
• 1½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 1½ tablespoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon red chili powder

Instructions

1. Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode and allow it to heat up before adding the oil.
2. Add the onion, cumin seeds, and bay leaves. Cook until the edges of the onion begin to turn translucent.
3. Add the tomatoes, bottle gourd, spices, and salt, stirring until everything is well combined.
4. Add the rinsed toor dal and mix thoroughly.
5. Add the water, secure the Instant Pot lid, and set it to High Pressure for 10 minutes.
6. Once the cooking cycle finishes, allow the pressure to release naturally. Stir well before serving, and enjoy!

Notes

The total time may vary depending on how quickly your Instant Pot model reaches pressure and completes its natural release.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

179

Fat

5 g

Sat. Fat

0 g

Carbs

27 g

Fiber

7 g

Net carbs

20 g

Sugar

2 g

Protein

9 g

Sodium

914 mg

Cholesterol

0 mg

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