Pakistani Lentil Recipe💓 Chana Daal Recipe by (YES I CAN COOK)

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthy fats while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper adds sweetness without heat, while jalapeño offers a similar spice.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots provide a milder flavor, while leeks are often less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a fresh taste, while spinach is a nutritious alternative.

Rinse chana daal under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak chana daal in water for 2-4 hours to soften.

Drain the soaked daal and set aside.

Heat ghee in a pot over medium heat until melted.

Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in chopped onions and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Mix in turmeric, coriander, and red chili powders; cook for 1 minute.

Add the drained chana daal and stir to coat with spices.

Pour in enough water to cover the daal by 1 inch; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until daal is tender, about 30-40 minutes.

Stir occasionally, adding more water if necessary to prevent sticking.

Season with salt and adjust spices to taste before serving.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice.

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