DAL MAKHANI (INDIAN LENTILS)
Ever go to an Indian restaurant and wonder how they make those lentils? I hated lentils before I discovered Indian food. Then I scoured the internet to figure out how they achieved them, and through mixing and matching recipes and methods on videos, I've arrived at this recipe, which I think is pretty close. This version is very rich, but you can leave out the cream to make it lighter. Kasuri methi (fenugreek leaves) is almost impossible to find in the U.S., even in NYC, but it gives this dish something very special.
Provided by SOGOLONDJATA
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas
Time 4h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Place lentils and kidney beans in a large bowl; cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least 2 hours or overnight. Drain.
- Cook lentils, kidney beans, 5 cups water, and salt in a pot over medium heat until tender, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour. Remove from heat and set aside. Keep the lentils, kidney beans, and any excess cooking water in the pot.
- Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook cumin seeds in the hot oil until they begin to pop, 1 to 2 minutes. Add cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, and cloves; cook until bay leaves turn brown, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium-low; add ginger paste, garlic paste, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Stir to coat.
- Stir tomato puree into spice mixture; cook over medium heat until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Add chili powder, coriander, and butter; cook and stir until butter is melted.
- Stir lentils, kidney beans and any leftover cooking water into tomato mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low. Stir fenugreek into lentil mixture. Cover saucepan and simmer until heated through, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes. Add cream and cook until heated through, 2 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 47.5 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 15.6 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 420.2 mg, Sugar 3 g
PUNJABI DAL MAKHANI
A Punjabi mixed lentil curry generally made with lots of butter and cream.This recipe tastes even better the following day after reheating properly.
Provided by udita
Categories Beans
Time 8h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Soak whole black urad and rajma overnight in 3-4 cups of water.
- Cook the soaked dal and rajma in the same water with salt, red chili powder and half the chopped ginger till dal and rajma are cooked and soft.
- Peel and chop the onion, ginger and garlic finely. Also chop the tomatoes.
- Heat oil and butter in a thick-bottomed pan. Add cumin seeds, when it crackles add chopped onions and fry till golden brown.
- Add chopped ginger, garlic and chopped tomatoes. Sauté till tomatoes are well mashed and fat starts to leave the masala. Add boiled dal and rajma to this.Do not add the liquid at first.Crush(mash) the dals with the back of the ladle while stirring continuously, this gives that creamy texture to the dal .
- Add the liquid and some water if required and simmer on very low heat for fifteen minutes.
- Add fresh cream and garam masala powder let it simmer for another five minutes. Finish off with a couple of pinch of Kasoori methi powdered.
- Serve hot with Naan or Paraatha.
- Tip: Replacing the tomatoes with 4 tablespoons of thick tomato paste will enhance the taste and colour of the dish manifold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.7, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 63.7, Sodium 88.3, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 13.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 12.4
DAL MAKHANI
This has to be one of the most popular and delicious dals in India. Luscious and rich with a deep flavor, this dal is made mostly with a whole black lentil called sabut urad dal and a smattering of red kidney beans. Originally from Peshawar (now in Pakistan), this Punjabi dal was brought to India during the Partition and became an instant classic, served everywhere from 5-star hotels to roadside dhabas (shacks). There are various versions of this dish, such as kali dal, ma ki dal and dal bukhara. This version, dal makhani, was created by the founder of Moti Mahal restaurant in Delhi, who added kidney beans, tomato and cream. Traditionally it is made in a clay pot and simmered for 24 hours, but a pressure cooker speeds that up. It makes great leftovers because it tastes even better the next day.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 12h
Yield 4 to 5 servings (5 to 6 cups of dal)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Drain the soaked black urad dal and Kashmiri rajma beans and transfer to a 6-quart Instant Pot®. Add 4 cups water and 2 teaspoons salt. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on low for 1 hour (see Cook's Note). (Alternatively, use a stovetop pressure cooker over medium-high heat set for 15 minutes.)
- After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for natural release. Once the pressure is released, unlock the lid and add the garlic, ginger, Kashmiri chili powder, garam masala and 1 teaspoon salt. Set the pot to medium sauté and simmer, stirring often so the mixture doesn't scorch on the bottom, until the raw smell is gone, about 5 minutes. (If using a stovetop pressure cooker, saute over medium-high heat.)
- Lightly mash the urad dal mixture with a potato masher, leaving some intact. Add the tomato puree and butter and mix well. Cover with the lid (but do not seal), set the pot to slow-normal (slow cooker) and cook, checking and stirring occasionally to make sure it's not sticking to the bottom and adding a little water if it gets too thick, about 2 hours. It should be the consistency of a pourable lentil soup. (If using a stovetop pressure cooker, stir in 1/2 to 1 cup water along with the tomato puree and simmer over low following the instructions above.)
- Add 6 tablespoons of the heavy cream, set the pot to low sauté and simmer, stirring as needed to keep it from sticking to the bottom, until cooked down slightly and combined, another 10 minutes. Taste and adjust with more salt if needed. (If using a stovetop pressure cooker, simmer over medium heat.)
- Make a cappuccino swirl with the remaining 2 tablespoons cream just before serving. Optionally, you can add another pat of butter on the dal just before serving for some extra love!
DAL MAKHANI (BUTTER LENTILS)
This is my adaptation of Dal Makhani. This is a slightly sweet and savory version compared to the tomato-based versions out there - it reminds me more of what you would get in a restaurant. I use sugar, cinnamon, and more butter than other offerings in my version. I always make my version of Coconut Chicken Curry when I make this recipe. This dish pairs well with a rice side; I prefer basmati rice, particularly as a pilaf. It also pairs well with naan bread.
Provided by Matthieu Duquette
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews
Time 2h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Soak lentils in a saucepan of water for 1 hour. Bring to a boil for 5 minutes. Drain.
- Heat cinnamon, chile powder, coriander, cumin, turmeric, nutmeg, paprika, black pepper, cayenne, cloves, allspice, and bay leaves in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Stir olive oil into the skillet. Add tomatoes, ginger paste, and garlic; simmer until flavors combine, about 10 minutes. Stir in sugar and salt. Cook until mixture thickens into a pulpy sauce, about 5 minutes. Add lentils and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir cream and butter into sauce. Cook until sauce thickens and lentils are very soft, about 30 minutes. Squeeze some lime juice over each serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 84.9 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 19.5 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 137.6 mg, Sugar 8.9 g
MAKHANI DAL (BUTTER DAL), MOGUL-STYLE
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 3h30m
Yield About 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine the legumes with 4 cups water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and cover the pot; let the legumes soak for 2 hours.
- Add the whole-milk yogurt, 1 cup onions, tomatoes, ginger, turmeric, cardamom, paprika, chili and salt to the pot and bring to a boil once more. Cook, partly covered, over low heat for 90 minutes, or until the dal is very soft. Turn off the heat and use an Indian mathani (see related article) to purée the dal for about 1 minute; it should be saucy but not soupy.
- To make the tadka, heat the oil in a small saucepan over high heat. When the oil is hot, add the remaining cup of onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until medium brown. Turn off the heat and stir in the cumin and garam masala.
- Transfer the dal to a large bowl and cover with the low-fat yogurt; top with tadka, stir gently and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 253, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 459 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
DAL MAKHANI (SPICY BLACK LENTILS)
I have had this recipe for some time now. I love this dal - it tastes soooo good. If you want to cut down on the calories, you can omit the cream - it will still taste very good.
Provided by Sana7149
Categories Lentil
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Clean, wash and soak the whole black lentils and kidney beans overnight. Drain and keep aside.
- Combine the lentils and beans with salt and 2 cups of water and cook till the dals are overcooked. Whisk well till the mixture is almost mashed.
- Heat the butter in a pan and add the cumin seeds.
- When the cumin seeds crackle, add the green chillies, cinnamon, cloves, green cardamom, onions, ginger-garlic paste and sauté till the onions turn golden brown in color.
- Add the chilli powder, turmeric powder and tomato puree and cook over a medium flame till the oil separates from the tomato gravy.
- Add the dal mixture, water and salt if required and simmer for 10 t 15 minutes.
- Add the cream and mix well.
- Garnish with the cilantro and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 162.4, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 14.2, Sugar 7.5, Protein 13.2
DAL MAKHANI (INDIAN BROWN LENTILS)
Steps:
- Place lentils and kidney beans in a large bowl; cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least 2 hours or overnight. Drain.
- Cook lentils, 5 cups water, and salt in a pot over medium heat until tender, stirring occasionally, about 1/2 hour. Remove from heat and set aside. Keep the lentils and any excess cooking water in the pot.
- Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook cumin seeds in the hot oil until they begin to pop, 1 to 2 minutes. Add cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, and cloves; cook until bay leaves turn brown, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium-low; add ginger, garlic, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Stir to coat.
- Stir tomato puree into spice mixture; cook over medium heat until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Add chili powder, coriander, and butter; cook and stir until butter is melted.
- Stir tomato mixture into the lentils, keeping any leftover cooking water from the lentils; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low. Stir fenugreek into lentil mixture. Cover saucepan and simmer until heated through, stirring occasionally with the lid off, about 45 minutes. Add cream and cook until heated through, 2 to 4 minutes.
BLACK GRAM BEANS IN CREAM SAUCE (DAL MAKHANI)
Adapted from Chef Nanda Kishore of Tiffin Restaurant in Chicago. Plan ahead, overnight soaking time.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Drain dal; rinse; combine dal with the 3 cups water, turmeric and oil in a medium saucepan; heat to boiling, cover and cook until dal are cooked through but not mushy, about 30 minutes- the dal should absorb most of the water.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, cumin, garam masala, salt, red pepper, butter and half-and-half; heat to boiling over medium heat; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens and flavors blend, about 10 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice; garnish with cilantro and ginger.
MAKHANI DAL (BUTTER DAL), MOGUL-STYLE
Steps:
- Combine the legumes with 4 cups water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and cover the pot; let the legumes soak for 2 hours. Add the whole-milk yogurt, 1 cup onions, tomatoes, ginger, turmeric, cardamom, paprika, chili and salt to the pot and bring to a boil once more. Cook, partly covered, over low heat for 90 minutes, or until the dal is very soft. Turn off the heat and use an Indian mathani (see related article) to purée the dal for about 1 minute; it should be saucy but not soupy. To make the tadka, heat the oil in a small saucepan over high heat. When the oil is hot, add the remaining cup of onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until medium brown. Turn off the heat and stir in the cumin and garam masala. Transfer the dal to a large bowl and cover with the low-fat yogurt; top with tadka, stir gently and serve.
DAL MAKHANI
The easiest and most delicious dal makahni--true Punjabi style. I saw several recipes and was very surprised to see the use of cardamoms and cinnamon, whereas the actual dal served in Indian and Mughlai restaurants does not contain garam masala. This dal needs to be soaked overnight, so plan ahead.
Provided by jas kaur
Categories Curries
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash and soak the kidney beans and the dal together in huge bowl.
- If you see a scum or froth on the surface this is due to humid climatic conditions. Wash the dal thoroughly with water if this happens to avoid the sour taste of dal.
- Drain the dal in a pressure cooker; add finely chopped garlic. Salt to taste and red chili powder. Add enough water fill almost 2/3 of pressure cooker.
- Leave it on high for about 15 minutes, then slow down the flame for about 20 minutes. This simmering will help the dal thicken and cook properly.
- In the meantime, prepare the tempering (tadka).
- Heat oil in a wok. Add cumin; let it splutter but make sure it doesn't burn. Add the puréed tomatoes. Let it simmer for about 4-5 minutes. When the tomatoes start leaving oil on the sides of the pan it means the tadka is ready.
- Add this steaming tadka to the dal and let it simmer for a while uncovered.
- When the dal thickens to the consistency you want (I usually let it simmer for about 10 minutes or more--we like really thick dal that can be poured on the plate that's the actual consistency of dal makhani) add the cream; cook for a minute turn off the flame.
- Serve with hot naan or paranthas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 710.1, Fat 45.1, SaturatedFat 27.6, Cholesterol 150.4, Sodium 46.6, Carbohydrate 55.8, Fiber 25.1, Sugar 4.9, Protein 23.6
BLACK LENTIL DAL MAKHANI
Great Indian dish
Provided by barbara lentz
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 17h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Soak the black lentils in 3 cups water overnight. Cook the lentils in the same water with added salt and the chili powder until soft. About 45 minutes.
- 2. In a large skillet add the butter. Add the onion, ginger and garlic and cook until the onions are soft. Crush the tomatoes with your hands and add them to the mixture. Add the cumin and garam masala and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the red kidney beans. Crush the black lentils a bit with the back of a spoon and add them with the water to the pan.
- 3. Simmer another 10 minutes. Add the cream and simmer 5 more minutes. Serve with Basmati rice and naan if desired.
DAL MAKHANI
This is a yummy dal, I love it. It is simple and easy to cook and simply cool! You will find this to be low cal too. Also, if you drizzle some fresh lemon juice over it right before serving, it becomes so tangy and all the more savoury. This is dry in texture unlike lentils which usually have gravy, but this is very very tasty.
Provided by Charishma_Ramchanda
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix and wash dals well.
- Soak for 30 minutes.
- Pressure cook till soft but not overcooked (approx. 3 whistles).
- Mash the dals while hot.
- Heat oil in a pot.
- Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Once they stop spluttering, add onion, ginger and green chillies.
- Stir fry till soft.
- Fold in red chilli powder and turmeric powder.
- Mix well and then add the tomatoes.
- Once tomatoes get cooked, add salt followed by the dals.
- Mix well and allow to boil.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Garnish with the chopped corriander and lemon juice.
- Serve hot with roti or rice and your favourite raita on the side(cucumber and tomato raita is a nice one to enjoy this with).
DAL MAKHANI
Steps:
- Pick over, rinse and soak lentils and kidney beans overnight. Combine the soaked lentils and beans with water, salt, chili powder, fennel seeds, turmeric, and whole garlic and ginger. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer with the lid off for about 10 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface. After 10 minutes, cover and continue simmering until lentils and beans are very soft (about 2 hours). With about 20 minutes of cooking time left, fish out the garlic and ginger and grind to a paste (chop ginger up if it has not softened enough to grind it in its whole state). Melt butter in a medium-sized, heavy skillet. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida and let it sputter for a minute or so. Add ginger-garlic paste and chopped onions and cook till light golden brown in color. Add garam masala and chopped tomatoes. Saute till tomatoes are very soft and mashed. Remove from heat. When beans and lentils are very soft, lightly mash mixture, then add onion-tomato mixture (with a little water, if needed, to obtain desired consistency). Correct seasoning, and simmer over very low flame w/ flame tamer for about 90 minutes. Add milk and let it simmer for 5 more minutes, then turn off the heat. Stir in cilantro. Serve hot with Indian bread or rice.
SLOW COOKER DAL MAKHANI
Slow Cooker Dal Makhani - one of India's most famous dal cooked in the slow cooker and tempered with spices. Great with naan or rice!
Provided by @MakeItYours
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Wash the dal and add it to you slow cooker along with 3 cups water, turmeric powder and salt.
- Add 2 teaspoons ghee, ginger garlic paste and give a stir.
- Mix everything and slow cook for 8 hours. I used normal setting on my slow cooker mode on my Instant Pot.
- After 8 hours the dal will be soft and cooked. Take a masher and mash the dal.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, amchur, red chili powder and mix.
- Add tomato puree and mix.
- Finally add in the butter and mix and slow cook for 2-3 hours again. After the dal has slow cooked for 2-3 hours, add 1/4 cup heavy cream to it.
- Heat 2 teaspoons ghee. Once ghee has melted add chopped garlic and whole red chilies.
- Saute on medium heat till the garlic starts turning light golden brown.
- Transfer tempering to dal. Add remaining 1/4 teaspoon garam masala, little lemon juice and mix.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve this slow cooker dal makhani with naan or rice.
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