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Dal Makhani

A rich, buttery, and creamy black lentil dal slow-cooked to perfection.

Prep Time: 2-3 Hours | Difficulty: Medium

Home-cooked Dal Makhani

Ingredients You'll Need 🛒:

  • 1 cup Whole Black Lentils (Urad Dal)
  • 1/4 cup Kidney Beans (Rajma)
  • 3 tbsp Butter (Salted or Unsalted)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cream
  • 2 large Tomatoes, pureed
  • 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste
  • Spices: Salt, Red Chili Powder, Roasted Cumin Powder
  • Fresh Cilantro (Dhania) for garnish

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions 👨‍🍳:

  1. Soak the black lentils and kidney beans overnight in plenty of water.
  2. Pressure cook the soaked lentils with salt and 4 cups of water until they are very soft (about 7-8 whistles).
  3. In a separate pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté ginger-garlic paste for a minute.
  4. Add tomato puree and cook until the mixture thickens and releases oil at the edges.
  5. Add the cooked lentils (along with their water) into the pan. Mash a few lentils with a spoon to make the consistency creamy.
  6. Simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes, adding water if it gets too thick.
  7. Stir in the remaining butter and fresh cream. Mix well and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a swirl of cream before serving with Garlic Naan.