Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Mushroom Do Piaza 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, soaked 1 hour
- • 2 tbsp ghee
- • 2 onions, thinly sliced
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 2 green chilies, slit
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 1/2 tsp garam masala
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the chana dal with turmeric and 2.5 cups water until soft but not mushy.
2
Phase 2
Heat the ghee, pop the cumin seeds, and fry the sliced onions until deep golden brown.
3
Phase 3
Add the green chilies and garam masala and cook 30 seconds.
4
Phase 4
Add the cooked dal and salt and simmer 8-10 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Serve hot with rice or roti, topped with a few reserved fried onions.