
Dal Makhani
User Reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Additional Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
9 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
157 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner

Dal Makhani
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Experience the rich, creamy decadence of Dal Makhani, a traditional Indian dish that combines the wholesome goodness of black lentils and kidney beans. A delight for vegetarians and spice lovers alike, this recipe is a culinary journey worth embarking on.
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Ingredients
- 200 g lentils Whole Black
- 50 g Kidney Beans Rajma
- 1 litre water
- 2 tbsp ghee Butter
- 2 onions Finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 1 tbsp garlic paste
- 2 tomatoes Finely chopped
- 2 green chilies Finely chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 2 tbsp double cream
- Coriander
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Instructions
- Allow the black lentils and kidney beans to soak in water overnight.
- Once soaked, add them along with water to a pressure cooker and cook on high heat for 15 minutes or until fully cooked.
- In a separate pan, heat ghee and sauté finely chopped onions until golden brown.
- Add ginger paste and garlic paste to the pan and cook on medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Mix in finely chopped tomatoes and green chilies, and cook for 5 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft.
- To the same pan, add salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala, and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked lentils and kidney beans to the mixture.
- Simmer the mixture on low heat for 20 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Stir in fresh cream and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Finally, garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or naan bread.
Notes
- To enhance the flavour, add a little kasuri methi while cooking.
- For a vegan version, substitute ghee with oil or vegan butter and the cream with coconut milk.
- Adjust the quantity of fresh cream according to your taste preference.
- Nutritional facts:
- The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
- To enhance the flavour, add a little kasuri methi while cooking.
- For a vegan version, substitute ghee with oil or vegan butter and the cream with coconut milk.
- Adjust the quantity of fresh cream according to your taste preference.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
157kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
28mg
(9%)
Sodium
613mg
(26%)
Potassium
337mg
(10%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
779IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
14mg
(16%)
Vitamin D
0.1µg
Calcium
53mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 157 kcal
% Daily Value*
Calories | 157kcal | 8% |
Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
Protein | 3g | 6% |
Fat | 11g | 17% |
Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
Sodium | 613mg | 26% |
Potassium | 337mg | 7% |
Fiber | 3g | 12% |
Sugar | 4g | 8% |
Vitamin A | 779IU | 16% |
Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% |
Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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