Follow these steps for perfect results
Whole Wheat Flour
Water
as required
Masoor Dal (Whole)
Cumin powder (Jeera)
Coriander Powder (Dhania)
Turmeric powder (Haldi)
Red Chilli powder
Ginger Garlic Paste
Onions
chopped
Garlic
chopped
Green Chillies
finely chopped
Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Ghee
as required
Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
for garnish
Knead wheat flour with water to form a smooth dough.
Make small balls from the dough (smaller than cherry tomatoes).
Roll each ball into a thin, round shape.
Fold the circle in half to create a dumpling or bowl shape.
Repeat the rolling and folding process for all the dough.
In a pressure cooker, combine water and masoor dal.
Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and ginger-garlic paste.
Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Add the prepared dough dumplings to the boiling mixture.
Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 2 whistles.
Remove the cooker from heat and let it cool.
Prepare the tempering (tadka) by heating ghee in a tadka pan.
Add cumin seeds, chopped onions, chopped garlic and green chillies to the hot ghee, sauté until golden brown
Pour the tadka over the cooked lentil soup.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve Daal Pithi hot with a side of Kachumber Salad.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
The dough can be prepared a day in advance.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with fresh coriander and a drizzle of ghee.
Serve hot as a main course.
Pair with Kachumber Salad or a side of raita.
Cools the palate.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A traditional and comforting dish often made during festive occasions.
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