Indian
Indian - Dals and Soups
Puri 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 bay leaf
- • 2 tbsp raisins
- • 2 tbsp chopped coconut
- • 1 tsp sugar
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Soak the chana dal for 1 hour, then pressure-cook with water, turmeric and a pinch of salt until soft but not mushy.
2
Phase 2
Heat ghee and fry the bay leaf until fragrant.
3
Phase 3
Add the cooked dal with its liquid and stir gently.
4
Phase 4
Add the coconut pieces and raisins and simmer 5 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Stir in the sugar and remaining salt, and serve warm with puffed puris.