This recipe is translated from Cookpad India. See original: Indiaदाल मखनी  (dal makhani recipe in Hindi)

Dal Makhani

Madhu Jain
Madhu Jain @Madhujain
surat gujaratbirthday 🎂 10th may

Dal Makhani is very popular in Punjabi cuisine. Its taste is so irresistible that you can't say no once you hear its name. It's a favorite among vegetarians.

Dal Makhani

Dal Makhani is very popular in Punjabi cuisine. Its taste is so irresistible that you can't say no once you hear its name. It's a favorite among vegetarians.

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Ingredients

50-55 minutes
4 people
  1. 2 cupswhole black gram (soaked)
  2. 1 teaspoonginger garlic paste
  3. 2 tablespoonsbutter
  4. 1 teaspoonoil
  5. 1 teaspoondried fenugreek leaves
  6. 2 cupstomato puree
  7. 2 tablespoonsred chili powder
  8. 1 1/2 cupscream
  9. 1green chili, sliced lengthwise
  10. 2 tablespoonscilantro
  11. 1/2 cupkidney beans
  12. 2finely chopped onions

Cooking Instructions

50-55 minutes
  1. 1

    Add water, a tablespoon of salt, and ginger to the lentils and bring to a boil until they are soft.

  2. 2

    In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat butter and add black pepper, cinnamon, bay leaf, cumin seeds, and dried fenugreek leaves. Once they crackle, add onions and ginger garlic paste, and fry on high heat until golden. Then add tomato puree and fry until the oil separates.

  3. 3

    Add salt, red chili powder, cumin powder, and turmeric, and fry for 1-2 minutes. Now add the boiled lentils and mix well. Ensure the lentils are neither too thick nor too thin. If needed, add a little water and garam masala, cover, and simmer on low heat.

  4. 4

    Garnish with cream and cilantro.

  5. 5

    Serve Dal Makhani with tandoori roti, rice, or naan.

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