About
Urad Chana Dal is a type of Indian lentil dish made from a combination of split black gram (urad dal) and split chickpeas (chana dal). It is also called as Maa ki dal in North India. It is often served as a side dish with rice or roti. The dal is cooked with spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder, and is simmered till thick. Urad Chana Dal is a nutritious and flavorful dish that is high in protein and fiber. It is also a great source of iron, calcium, and other essential vitamins and minerals.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
4.3
Fats
12.0
Carbs
2.8
Fibre
2.8
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Recipe
Ingredients
Urad Dal
1/3 cup
Chana Dal
1/3 cup
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
amchur powder
1 teaspoon
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
onion, finely chopped
1
tomatoes, finely chopped
2
green chillies, finely chopped
2
oil
1 tablespoon
asafoetida
a pinch
Salt to taste
Coriander leaves for garnish
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the Urad and Chana Dal in water for at least 2 hours.
Step 2:
Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
Step 3:
Add the asafoetida and chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
Step 4:
Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a few minutes.
Step 5:
Add the chopped tomatoes and sauté until they are soft.
Step 6:
Add the coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala, amchur powder and salt. Mix well.
Step 7:
Add the soaked Urad Chana Dal and mix well.
Step 8:
Add 2 cups of water and close the lid of the pressure cooker.
Step 9:
Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the dal is cooked.
Step 10:
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with chapatis or rice.
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