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Instant Pot Masoor-Moong Dal & Rice (Indian Lentils & Rice, One-Pot, 13-Minute Method)
A quick, comforting Indian meal of mixed red and yellow lentils (masoor and moong dal) and rice, cooked together in the Instant Pot with aromatic spices and a simple onion-garlic tadka. Perfect for busy days—fresh, hot, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Critical Success Points
- • Rinsing and soaking lentils and rice properly.
- • Stacking rice above dal securely in the Instant Pot.
- • Pressure cooking for the correct time and releasing pressure safely.
Safety Warnings
- • Use caution when quick-releasing pressure from the Instant Pot—steam can cause burns.
- • Hot oil can splatter during tadka; add curry leaves carefully.
- • Handle sharp knives with care when chopping.
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