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Authentic Dal Makhani - Tips & Tricks New Simple Way | Creamy Rich Punjabi Special Dal Dhaba Style

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Dal Makhani

Cultural Context

Dal Makhani is a popular dish from North India, particularly Punjab, known for its rich, creamy texture and deep flavors. Traditionally, it is slow-cooked overnight to enhance its taste. This dish is often served with naan or rice and is a staple in Indian households and restaurants alike, showcasing the culinary heritage of Indian cuisine.

IndianINmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
¾ cup whole black urad dal / sabut urad dal
¼ cup kidney beans / rajma
water for soaking
3 cups water (for pressure cooking)
salt to taste
1-2 tbsp ghee / clarified butter
1 bay leaf / tej patta
2 large tomatoes (finely chopped)
1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
½ tsp turmeric powder
1 large onion (finely chopped)
1 tsp coriander powder
½ tsp cumin powder
1 tsp kashmiri chilli powder (or as per your spice level)
1 cup water (or as required)
2 tbsp fresh cream (or as required)
few coriander leaves (chopped)
generous pinch hing / asafoetida
¾ tsp kashmiri red chilli powder
¼ tsp garam masala (optional)

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk provides a creamy texture with fewer calories.

black lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are nutritious and often less expensive.

1

Take 1 cup of black urad dal and ¼ cup of rajma in a large bowl.

2

Add enough water and soak overnight or at least for 8 hours.

3

Rinse the dal in running water and transfer into a cooker. Add 3 cups of water.

4

Also add some salt to taste.

5

Close the lid and pressure cook on medium flame for 5 whistles or until the dals are cooked completely.

6

In a large kadai, add a tbsp of ghee and sauté bay leaf for a minute or until fragrant.

7

Then add finely chopped onions and sauté until they change color.

8

Once onions are done, add ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until the raw smell disappears completely.

9

Now add chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft.

10

Add turmeric, coriander powder, cumin powder, chilli powder, and salt to taste. Cook the masalas for a minute.

11

Once the masalas start releasing oil from the sides, add cooked dal and give a good stir.

12

Adjust the consistency by adding 1 cup of water or as required.

13

Boil for 15 minutes or more until the dal absorbs flavor and turns thick.

14

To get the creamy texture, add 2 tbsp of fresh cream. You can also skip or increase the amount of cream according to your preference.

15

Top up with fresh coriander leaves.

16

Heat a tadka pan, and add a tbsp or more ghee. Once it begins to melt, add hing.

17

Also add chilli powder and garam masala (optional). Fry for 2-3 seconds.

18

Immediately pour the tempering over dal makhani. Give a good mix to get bright color and flavor.

19

Serve dal makhani with jeera rice or garlic naan.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringgarnishing

Equipment Needed

cookerkadaitadka panknifecutting boardspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Dal MakhniBlack Lentil Curry

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