Lakhnawi Khatti Dal (Lucknow Sour Lentils) Recipe

Name: Lakhnawi Khatti Dal (Lucknow Sour Lentils)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cup pink lentils; 1 tbsp. finely chopped ginger; 1/2 tsp. turmeric; 1 tbsp. lemon juice; 1 cup boiling water; 2 tsp. salt; 5 tbsp. ghee; 1 tsp. black cumin seeds; 1 tbsp. minced garlic; 1/2 tsp. red pepper

Servings: persons

1
Wash lentils thoroughly.
2
Place in a saucepan with the turmeric and 5 cups of water.
3
Bring to a boil, stirring often.
4
Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, for 25 minutes.
5
Stir occasionally.
6
Add lemon juice to lentils and cook for a further 15 minutes.
7
Turn off heat and beat with a wire whisk.
8
Heat ghee.
9
When very hot, add cumin seeds and fry for approximately 10 seconds.
10
Remove pan from the heat and add red pepper and minced garlic.
11
Stir rapidly for 10 seconds until the garlic begins to colour, but do not let it brown.
12
Pour over the hot puree.
13
Serve immediately.

576

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cup pink lentils, 1 tbsp. finely chopped ginger, 1/2 tsp. turmeric, 1 tbsp. lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Lakhnawi Khatti Dal (Lucknow Sour Lentils) 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.

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Lakhnawi Khatti Dal (Lucknow Sour Lentils)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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