Chick-Pea Dal Recipe

Name: Chick-Pea Dal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil 4 fl oz; 1 teaspoon chilli powder; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon caraway seeds; 2 1/2 cups kabli chana chick peas or kala chana, brown chick peas s; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste or lemon juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 garlic cloves chopped; 3 3/4 cups water 1 1/2-2 pints hot,, 900 to 1200; 2 green chillies Fresh, de-seeded if wished and chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped, to garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cup vegetable oil 4 fl oz
1 teaspoon chilli powder
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
2 1/2 cups kabli chana chick peas or kala chana, brown chick peas s
1 tablespoon tamarind paste or lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
3 garlic cloves chopped
3 3/4 cups water 1 1/2-2 pints hot,, 900 to 1200
2 green chillies Fresh, de-seeded if wished and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped, to garnish

1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat and cook the chilli powder, turmeric and caraway seeds for 2-3 minutes.
2
Add the drained pulses, stir, and cook for 3-5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
3
Mix the tamarind paste, if using, with 4 tablespoons of water and add to the pan with the salt and garlic.
4
If using lemon juice, just add it without extra water.
5
Add the hot water and the chillies, cover tightly and cook over a low heat for 2 1/2 - 3 hours, until the pulses are tender, stirring occasionally and adding more water if necessary.
6
Sprinkle with parsley before serving.

505

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup vegetable oil 4 fl oz, 1 teaspoon chilli powder, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1 teaspoon caraway seeds, and more.

Yes, Chick-Pea Dal falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chick-Pea Dal

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Variations & substitutions

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