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Horse Gram Subzi in a bowl
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Horse Gram Subzi | Horse Gram Lentil Subzi | Kollu Subzi

This delicious and very simple Horse Gram subzi is made with one of a very healthy lentil, that is highly underrated and less used. It is a very good recipe as a side for roti or paratha.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Lunch Recipes, Side Dishes, Subzi Recipe
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 121kcal

Equipment

  • pan
  • bowl
  • spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Horse gram lentil /Kollu dried leantil
  • 1 large Onion finely chopped
  • 3 large Tomatoes finely chopped
  • 3 Green chilies sliced
  • ½ inch piece Ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • ¼ teaspoon Asafetida
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoon Red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dhania Jeera powder / Coriander Cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garam masala
  • 2 tablespoon Butter / oil
  • to taste salt
  • to garnish Cilantro

Instructions

  • Wash the horse gram lentil well and soak it overnight. The horse gram lentil takes longer to cook and hence it is important to soak it for about 8 hours.
  • Drain the soaking water and add fresh water to the lentils. Add enough water to immerse the lentils completely. Add salt needed for the lentils and cook it in pressure cooker for 5 to 6 whistles. The lentils would not be completely mush after they are cooked, but should be soft enough to easily smash them between your fingers.
  • Do not drain the cooking water as it has all the health benefits of the lentil. We will use it with the cooking water in the subzi.
  • In a pan, heat the butter / oil and add the cumin seeds. Let the seeds splutter and then add the chopped onions.
  • Saute the onions for 3 to 4 minutes until they are soft and translucent. Add the green chilies and grated ginger and fry for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, dhania jeera powder, garam masala and just enough salt needed for the masala paste. We already cooked the lentil with salt and hence be very careful when you add the salt.
  • Mix well and then add the chopped tomatoes. Cook in medium heat until the tomatoes are cooked and mushy.
  • Add the cooked horse gram along with the water and mix well. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.
  • Let the subzi simmer for about 10 minutes for the flavors to combine. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with roti or rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 138mg | Potassium: 421mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1441IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg