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Dal Dhokli

Cultural Context

Dal Dhokli is a traditional dish from the Indian state of Gujarat, often enjoyed during festivals and family gatherings. It combines lentils and spiced wheat dough, making it a wholesome meal. This dish reflects the regional culinary practices that emphasize the use of lentils and grains, showcasing the balance of flavors and textures typical in Indian cuisine.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 Cup whole wheat flour
½ tsp turmeric powder
½ tsp red chilli powder
1/4 tsp asafoetida powder
½ tsp salt
½ tbs ghee
3/4 Cup water or as required
1 & ½ Cup split pigeon pea (soaked for 2 hours)
4-5 Cups water or as required
½ tbs red chilli powder or to taste
½ tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp ginger (chopped)
1 tsp garlic (chopped)
1 tsp salt or to taste
1-2 tbs jaggery
2 tbs ghee
1/4 tsp asafoetida powder
½ tsp cumin seeds
½ tsp mustard seeds
2-3 red chillies
7-8 curry leaves
2 small tomatoes (cubed)
½ Cup fresh coriander (chopped)
½ Cup water or as required
red chilli for garnishing
fresh coriander for garnishing
lemon juice
peanuts for garnishing

whole wheat flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

Chickpea flour is high in protein and fiber.

toor dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Moong dal is lighter and easier to digest.

1

In a bowl, add whole wheat flour, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, asafoetida powder, salt, ghee and mix well.

2

Gradually add water and knead until dough is formed. Cover and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

3

Grease hand with ghee and knead dough again.

4

Take a small dough, sprinkle dry flour and roll out with the help of rolling pin.

5

Cut into pieces with the help of the cutter and sprinkle dry flour then take out on a plate. Sprinkle dry flour & set aside.

6

In a pot add split pigeon pea, water, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, ginger and garlic. Mix well and bring it to boil. Cover & cook on low flame until tender (approx. 1 hour).

7

Add salt & jaggery. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes & set aside.

8

In frying pan add ghee and let it melt.

9

Add asafoetida powder, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, red chilies, curry leaves and mix.

10

Add tomatoes. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

11

Add it in pot and mix well.

12

Add water, mix well and bring it to boil, add fresh coriander and mix well.

13

Add prepared dough pieces and mix gently.

14

Add water, cover and cook on low flame for 15-20 minutes.

15

Garnish with red chilli, fresh coriander, lemon juice, peanuts & serve!

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

potfrying panrolling pincuttermixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Daal DhokliDal Dhokli Curry

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