Pressure Cooker Passion

Did you ask what is Dal???

Dal (also spelled daal; pronunciation: [d̪aːl]) is a term used in the Indian subcontinent for dried, split pulses (that is, lentils, peas, and beans) that do not require pre-soaking. The term is also used for various soups prepared from these pulses. These pulses are among the most important staple foods in South Asian countries, and form an important part of the cuisines of the Indian subcontinent.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion chopped
• 4 large cloves garlic chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger finely chopped or grated
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 3 cups + 1 tablespoon water
• 2 cups dried split red lentils , (no need to soak)
• 3 large fresh tomatoes cut into chunks
• 13.5oz can / a little under 1¾ cup canned coconut milk , full fat or light

Directions

1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté and add the oil or a few tablespoons of water. Sauté the onions for 3 to 4 minutes until they are just starting to turn golden, then add the ginger and garlic. Cook for a further 2 minutes, stirring frequently. 
2. Turn off the Instant Pot then add all of the spices and seasonings. Allow them to cook in the residual heat of the pot for about 1 minutes, stirring them constantly.
3. Add the water to the pot, and using a metal spoon, have a really good scrape into the bottom of the pot all over, to mostly remove the brown bits from the bottom. This step is important because otherwise you could get the “burn” message popping up on your display later.
4. Next add the lentils, tomatoes and coconut milk. Don’t stir it. Just leave it as it is.
5. Put the lid on the Instant Pot, seal the vent and set it to PRESSURE COOK high pressure, for 8 minutes.
6. Allow the pressure to release naturally. Remove the lid and give it a really good stir then serve.
7. Add Salt & Pepper as needed.