Dal Makhani Recipe

Name: Dal Makhani Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 Sachet MAGGI Masala-ae-Magic; 1 Cup Sabut Urad Dal; 1/4 Cup Rajmah; 1 Pinch Salt (To Taste); 4 Cups Water; 2 Tablespoons Ghee; 1 Teaspoonful Ginger (Chopped); 1 Teaspoonful Garlic (Chopped); 1 Unit Onion (Finely Chopped); 3 Units Green Chillies; 2 Teaspoons Red Chilli Powder; 5 Tablespoons Tomato Puree; 0 1/2 Cup Cream; 2 Tablespoons Coriander Leaves (Coriandrum Sativum)

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Dal Makhani Recipe is more than just a dish. It's a warm hug from the past, a taste of nostalgia, and a connection to family roots. Passed down for generations, it's a dish that's made on special occasions and everyday dinners alike. Its creamy, slow-cooked texture when meets the rich aromatic flavours of MAGGI Masala-ae-Magic, and there you have it – a restaurant style Dal Makhani! THE HISTORY OF DAL MAKHANI RECIPE IN INDIA Dal Makhani recipe is a culinary gem cherished across North India, holds a storied history as rich as its flavour. Its origins can be traced back to the heartland of Punjab, where the roots of this beloved dish run deep. The original recipe was crafted in the western part of Punjab, which is now in Pakistan, began with the Peshawaris. When the Peshwaris crossed the border after the partition, they brought with them the essence of this delectable dish. As time passed, Dal Makhani Recipe has transcended regional boundaries and became a favorite across India and beyond.

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Ingredients

6 Servings

MAGGI Masala-ae-Magic

1 Sachet

Urad Dal

1 Cup

Rajma (Kidney Beans)

0.25 Cup

Salt (To Taste)

1 Pinch

Water

4 Cups

NESTLÉ EVERYDAY Shahi Ghee

2 Tablespoons

Ginger (Chopped)

1 Teaspoon

Garlic (Minced)

1 Teaspoon

Onion (Chopped)

Green Chillies (Slit)

Dry red chillies (cut into 2 parts)

2 Teaspoons

Tomato Puree

5 Tablespoons

Cream

0.5 Cup

Coriander Leaves (Chopped)

2 Tablespoons

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Nutritional Information

per serving

Carbohydrates

13.5 g

Energy

160.6 kcal

Fats

10.56 g

Protein

4.15 g

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To make this Dal Makhani recipe, soak 1 cup dal and 0.25 cup rajmah overnight. Next morning, wash the dal and rajmah and pressure-cook in excess water for one whistle. Remove from stove and cool slightly. Drain and discard the water.

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In a pressure cooker, add 4 cups water and salt to the dal and rajmah, and pressure cook for another 30 minutes, till the dal is well cooked.

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In a karahi, heat 2 Tbsp ghee and fry 1 Tsp chopped ginger, 1 Tsp garlic and 1 finely chopped onion till golden brown. Add 3 green chillies and 2 Tsp red chilli powder and fry for a minute. Add 5 Tbsp tomato puree and cook till the ghee separates. Add to the dal and bring to a boil, then add a sachet of MAGGI Masala-ae-Magic and add salt to taste. Simmer for a few minutes.

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Take it off the stove and mix in 0.5 cup cream. Garnish with 2 Tbsp coriander leaves and serve hot with rotis or parathas! Through the decades, this simple and nutritious restaurant style Dal Makhani recipe has transcended boundaries and became a symbol of Punjabi hospitality. The addition of "Makhani" or "butter" to the name reflects the decadent touch that was introduced, turning it into a dish that was as delightful as it was satisfying. Today, Dal Makhani stands as a beloved dish, celebrated not only for its taste but also for the traditions and stories it carries. It's a dish that bridges generations, connects cultures, and continues to be an essential part of family feasts and celebrations. If you have a family that loves vegetarian food, this dal makhani recipe is a must cook! It is deliciously decadent with the goodness of butter and urad dal. And this dal makhani recipe can be cooked in just 4 simple steps.

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