the most favourite dal of my house is chana dal, we can never say no to it

What’s cooking? Chana Dal Fry – the most favourite dal of my house is chana dal, we can never say no to it and the dal fry version is a cherry on the cake 🤤 The addition of a few whole spices take flavors to another level, the ratio of dal:water is the key here to have a thick and a rich consistency 😍 Easy peasy to make, a few simple steps to follow and you get a bowl of deliciousness 😈
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Quick recipe here, full recipe on the blog. Tap link in bio and jump to THE KITCHEN DELIGHT 😊
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1 cup Chana dal washed and soaked for 3-4 hrs! Instant pot or pressure cooker – oil – cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, dry red chillies- pinch of heeng – cumin seeds – sliced green chilies, sauté – add chopped onion, ginger sauté – add tomatoes, let cook for 2 mins- add spices + chana masala, anardana – add dal and let cook for 4-5 mins – add bay leaf, 2 1/2 cups water, garlic clove, salt – pressure cook for 15 mins in IP or 4-5 whistles in a cooker, natural pressure release – bring to a boil, finish with garam masala, juice of 1/2 lime, cilantro.
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