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Chana Dal (John Dahl) Indian Style

Recipe by Pankaj Sharma

A flavorful chana dal, simmered with aromatic spices and finished with a ghee tadka. Served with basmati rice or naan bread, this vegetarian dish is perfect for a comforting and spicy meal.

MediumIndianServes 4

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Source Video
5m
Prep
7h 16m
Cook
53m
Cleanup
8h 14m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$4.80
Total cost
$1.20
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Soak the chana dal for 6 hours
  • Crush the coriander seeds before adding
  • Add the salt at the right time (when the water begins to reduce)
  • Prepare the tadka correctly (do not burn the spices)
  • Pour the hot tadka over the dal and mix well

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful when handling hot oil to avoid splatters.
  • Use a kitchen glove or towel to handle the hot pot.
  • Do not leave the tadka unattended while cooking.

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