Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Urad Dal

soaked for 8 hours

15 unit

Almonds

soaked and peeled

0.5 cup

Milk

warm

1 tsp

Turmeric Powder

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 unit

Onion

chopped

1 unit

Tomato

chopped

1 tsp

Cumin Seeds

1 tsp

Red Chili Powder

1 unit

Green Chili

chopped

2 tbsp

Oil

Step 1
~3 min

Soak urad dal for 8 hours.

Step 2
~3 min

Soak almonds and peel their skin.

Step 3
~3 min

In a pressure cooker, add urad dal, almonds, turmeric powder, salt, and water.

Step 4
~3 min

Close the cooker and cook for 4 whistles.

Step 5
~3 min

Let the pressure release naturally.

Step 6
~3 min

Open the cooker and add milk.

Step 7
~3 min

Turn on the gas and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Add salt, mix well, and turn off the gas.

Step 9
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 10
~3 min

Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.

Step 11
~3 min

Add onion and sauté until soft.

Step 12
~3 min

Add tomato and salt, and cook until the tomatoes soften.

Step 13
~3 min

Add red chili powder and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 14
~3 min

Add the dal to the pan and mix well.

Step 15
~3 min

Cook for 1 minute and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Add a dollop of cream before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice or roti.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice
Roti
Naan
Vegetable Curry

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

A celebratory dish often made for special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Weddings
Festivals

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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