Lahori Dal

by Tarla Dalal

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Every region in india has its own specialty dal preparation. Similarly nearly every place in north india has over the years developed its very own dal. The lahori dal is just one of these. Prepared with oodles of butter and cream this dal is truly fit for a king. Simple to prepare yet very delicious the lahori dal is a must try for all lovers of punjabi food.

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Lahori Dal recipe - How to make Lahori Dal

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Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 30 mins Total Time: 45 mins 4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients

1 cup masoor dal (split red lentil)
salt to taste
1 tbsp garlic (lehsun) paste
1 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
4 tbsp butter
1/4 cup fresh cream
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1 cup finely chopped onions
3 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp black peppercorns (kalimirch)

Method

Clean, wash and soak the masoor dal in water for 20 minutes.
Drain, add 2 cups of water and salt and pressure cook for 15-20 minutes till the dal is cooked.
Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
Whisk till the dal is almost mashed and pour into a deep pan.
Add the garlic paste, chilli powder, turmeric powder, 2 tbsp butter, cream and 1/2 cup water and simmer on a low flame till the dal thickens.
For the tempering, heat the remaining butter in another pan and add the cumin seeds.
When they crackle, add the onions and sauté till they become translucent.
Add to the dal mixture and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Add lemon juice, peppercorns and salt if required and mix well.
Serve hot.

Accompaniments

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Nutrient values per serving

Energy	276 cal
Protein	10.3 g
Carbohydrates	27.3 g
Fiber	4.2 g
Fat	14 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Vitamin A	563.5 mcg
Vitamin B1	0.2 mg
Vitamin B2	0.1 mg
Vitamin B3	1.2 mg
Vitamin C	6.6 mg
Folic Acid	16.1 mcg
Calcium	55.7 mg
Iron	3.1 mg
Magnesium	0 mg
Phosphorus	0 mg
Sodium	104.8 mg
Potassium	77.5 mg
Zinc	1.3 mg