Pressure Cooker Double Dhal Recipe

Name: Pressure Cooker Double Dhal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups channa dal; 1 cup green lentil; 6 cups boiling water; 2 tablespoons minced ginger; 10 garlic cloves, minced; 8 onions, chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric; 3 teaspoons cumin; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 tablespoon sultana; salt; pepper; 650 g potatoes, chopped into small chunks; 500 g sweet potatoes, chopped into big chunks; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups channa dal
1 cup green lentil
6 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons minced ginger
10 garlic cloves, minced
8 onions, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
3 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon sultana
salt
pepper
650 g potatoes, chopped into small chunks
500 g sweet potatoes, chopped into big chunks
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
Rinse chana dal and lentils until water runs clear.
2
Heat olive oil in pressure cooker and soften onions and garlic.
3
Add all other ingredients apart from garam masala, salt and sultanas to pressure cooker.
4
Lid and bring up to pressure.
5
Reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes.
6
Release pressure and open lid carefully.
7
Add sultanas, salt and garam masala.
8
Check for seasoning and add chili flakes and pepper to taste.
9
Check doneness of potatoes and lentils and simmer until soft.

3927

kcal

Calories

365

Fat

157

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups channa dal, 1 cup green lentil, 6 cups boiling water, 2 tablespoons minced ginger, and more.

Yes, Pressure Cooker Double Dhal falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Pressure Cooker Double Dhal

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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