Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Whole Wheat Flour

1 cup

Water

as required

0.75 cup

Masoor Dal (Whole)

1 tbsp

Cumin powder (Jeera)

1 tbsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

1 tbsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

1 tbsp

Red Chilli powder

1 tbsp

Ginger Garlic Paste

0.5 cup

Onions

chopped

4 cloves

Garlic

chopped

2 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

1 tbsp

Ghee

as required

1 cup

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

for garnish

Step 1
~3 min

Knead wheat flour with water to form a smooth dough.

Step 2
~3 min

Make small balls from the dough (smaller than cherry tomatoes).

Step 3
~3 min

Roll each ball into a thin, round shape.

Step 4
~3 min

Fold the circle in half to create a dumpling or bowl shape.

Step 5
~3 min

Repeat the rolling and folding process for all the dough.

Step 6
~3 min

In a pressure cooker, combine water and masoor dal.

Step 7
~3 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8
~3 min

Add cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and ginger-garlic paste.

Step 9
~3 min

Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Add the prepared dough dumplings to the boiling mixture.

Step 11
~3 min

Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 2 whistles.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove the cooker from heat and let it cool.

Step 13
~3 min

Prepare the tempering (tadka) by heating ghee in a tadka pan.

Key Technique: Tempering
Step 14
~3 min

Add cumin seeds, chopped onions, chopped garlic and green chillies to the hot ghee, sauté until golden brown

Step 15
~3 min

Pour the tadka over the cooked lentil soup.

Step 16
~3 min

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Step 17
~3 min

Serve Daal Pithi hot with a side of Kachumber Salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli powder to your spice preference.

Ensure the dumplings are cooked thoroughly to avoid a raw dough taste.

For a richer flavor, add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the tempering.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dough can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as a main course.

Pair with Kachumber Salad or a side of raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kachumber Salad
Raita
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Bihar, India

Cultural Significance

A traditional and comforting dish often made during festive occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Winter meals

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Comfort Food
Winter meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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