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Dal Baati Churma

Cultural Context

Dal Baati Churma hails from the arid region of Rajasthan, India, where it was traditionally a staple for nomadic tribes. This dish represents the resourcefulness of Rajasthani cuisine, utilizing simple ingredients to create hearty meals that are both nutritious and filling. Today, it is celebrated during festivals and family gatherings, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of the region, and has gained popularity across India and beyond, often served in restaurants and homes alike.

RajasthaniINRajasthanmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup ghee
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup yellow split peas
1 medium onion
1 medium tomato
1 tablespoon ginger
1 tablespoon garlic
1 green chili
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 cup jaggery
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 cup milk

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats while vegetable oil is more affordable.

yellow split peas

🥗Healthier: red lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Red lentils cook faster and are generally healthier, while chickpeas are often cheaper.

jaggery

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is more economical.

whole wheat flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and healthier, while all-purpose flour is more cost-effective.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing whole wheat flour, ghee, and salt until crumbly.

2

Add water gradually and knead until smooth, then cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

3

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

4

Divide the dough into small balls and shape them into baatis.

5

Place the baatis on a baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

6

Meanwhile, cook yellow split peas in boiling water until soft, about 30 minutes.

7

In a pan, heat ghee and sauté chopped onions until translucent.

8

Add chopped tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and green chili; cook until tomatoes soften.

9

Stir in cumin seeds, coriander powder, red chili powder, and garam masala; cook for 2-3 minutes.

10

Add cooked split peas to the spice mixture and simmer for 10 minutes.

11

For churma, crumble baked baatis and mix with ghee, jaggery, and cardamom.

12

Serve dal with baatis and churma on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

BaatiDal BaatiChurma

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