Instant Pot Dal Makhani

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5.0

6 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr 5 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 20 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    408 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Indian

Instant Pot Dal Makhani

Create all the creamy and rich magic of Dal Makhani, without the wait. The Instant Pot cuts down the time this amazing Indian Dal recipe cooks to just over 1 hour! It's a miracle of taste and convenience!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 ½ cups urad dal (whole black dal - see pic above)(rinsed with cold water)
  • 8 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1.5 inch fresh ginger (minced) (4cm)
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 can tomato pulp

Extra ingredients

  • 1 stick butter (unsalted)
  • ½ cup whipping/double cream
  • 1 tsp salt
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Instructions

  1. Add the dal, garlic, ginger, chilli powder, paprika, garam masala, vegetable oil, salt and tomato to the Instant Pot. Stir in 6 cups of water then put on the lid to seal.Cook on 'High Pressure' for 1 hour.
  2. Release the steam, then remove lid and stir well. The dal will be cooked and the sauce a little creamy.Stir in all the butter and cream, the turn on the 'Sauté' feature and cook the sauce for a further 10-15 minutes to reduce the sauce into a thick, creamy texture. Be sure to stir regularly to avoid sticking.Turn off the pot, check for seasoning - it will most likely need more salt.

Notes

  • Serving:
  • Serving:
  • Make it Vegan
  • Make it Vegan
  • Stovetop
  • Stovetop
  • Storage & Reheating:
  • Storage & Reheating:
  • Serve my Instant Pot Dal Makhani with Indian breads like roti, naan, paratha or chapati. It's equally delicious with fluffy basmati rice.
  • I will often serve it alone or paired with other curries both vegetarian or meat.
  • Switch the butter and cream for vegan butter and coconut cream to make a vegan dal makhani
  • Cook on the stove top the same way, only cook gently for 3+ hours until the lentils are soft and creamy. You may want to add a little more water from time to time using this method to avoid the sauce drying up. Stir regularly to stop it sticking and burning on the bottom.
  • Fridge: Dal Makhani will stay fresh in the fridge for 5-6 days.Reheat in a microwave for 3-4 minutes until piping hot or in a pan until hot.
  • Freezer: This is an excellent contender for freezing. I freeze mine in single portions for over 3+ months. Cook from frozen in the microwave for 7-8 minutes, stirring frequently (add a little water if it dries out too much). You can also defrost thoroughly and reheat in a pan until piping hot.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 408kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Cholesterol 68mg (23%) Sodium 1019mg (42%) Potassium 256mg (7%) Fiber 12g (48%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1232IU (25%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 78mg (8%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 408 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 408kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Cholesterol 68mg 23%
Sodium 1019mg 42%
Potassium 256mg 5%
Fiber 12g 48%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1232IU 25%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 78mg 8%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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