Chana Dal Recipe - Indian Style
Summary
- A flavorful and hearty Indian Chana Dal recipe, featuring split chickpeas cooked to perfection and simmered in a rich, aromatic gravy with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of traditional spices. Finished with a sizzling garlic and cumin tempering, this dish is a comforting and nutritious meal.
All Ingredients - For Dal
- Chana Dal 300g
- Water 600ml
All Ingredients - For Gravy
- Olive Oil 50ml
- Cumin Seeds (Jeera) 1 tsp
- Crushed Chillies 1 tsp
- Bay Leaves 2
- Onions 2 (chopped)
- Turmeric Powder (Haldi) 1 tsp
- Chilli Powder 1 tsp
- Garam Masala 1 tsp
- Salt 1 tsp
- Water 2 tbsp
- Tomatoes 2 (chopped)
- Coriander 1/4 cup (chopped)
All Ingredients - For Tempering (Tadka)
- Ghee 50g
- Cumin Seeds (Jeera) 1 tsp
- Garlic Chopped 2 tsp
- Chilli Powder 1 tsp
Tools You'll Need
- Pot
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Bay leaf?
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme (per leaf)
- Pinch of dried oregano
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
No Ghee?
- Unsalted butter (1:1)
- Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chana Dal
Add 300g of chana dal to a pot. Add 600ml of water. Stir well. Cover the pot and cook for until the dal is softened.
Step 2: Prepare the Gravy Base
In a separate pan, heat 50ml of olive oil. Add 1 tsp of cumin seeds, 1 tsp of crushed chillies, and 2 bay leaves. for a few minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Sauté Onions and Spices
Add 2 chopped onions to the pan and cook for a few minutes until they turn golden brown. Add 1 tsp of turmeric powder, 1 tsp of chilli powder, 1 tsp of garam masala, and 1 tsp of salt. Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly.
Step 4: Add Tomatoes
Add 2 tbsp of water to the spices and mix. Then add 2 chopped tomatoes and cook for until they soften and the mixture thickens.
Step 5: Combine Dal and Gravy
Add the cooked chana dal to the gravy mixture. Stir well to combine.
Step 6: Simmer the Dal
Add 300ml of water to the dal and gravy. Stir thoroughly. Cook for on medium heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 7: Add Coriander
Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped coriander.
Step 8: Prepare the Tempering (Tadka)
In a small separate pan, heat 50g of ghee. Add 1 tsp of cumin seeds and 2 tsp of chopped garlic. Cook until the garlic turns light golden. Add 1 tsp of chilli powder and cook for a few more seconds.
Step 9: Finish the Dal
Pour the hot over the chana dal. Stir gently to incorporate the .
Step 10: Serve
The Chana Dal is now ready to be served.
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