Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Bhatura Chana Dal
Chef's Menu Description
Tender lentils slow-simmered with warming turmeric, finished with a sizzling tarka of golden ghee, roasted cumin, and fresh coriander.
Ingredients
- • 1 cup chana dal
- • 3 cups water
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric
- • 2 tbsp ghee
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 onion, chopped
- • 2 green chilies, slit
- • 1 tomato, chopped
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Soak the chana dal for 1 hour, then pressure-cook with turmeric and 3 cups water until tender.
2
Phase 2
Heat the ghee and pop the cumin seeds.
3
Phase 3
Add the onion and green chilies and fry until golden.
4
Phase 4
Add the tomato and cook until soft and pulpy.
5
Phase 5
Add the cooked dal and salt, and simmer 10 minutes until thick.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with bhatura or roti.