A comforting and flavorful delight awaits you in our Dal Makhni Rice Bowl. Slow-cooked black lentils and kidney beans in a creamy tomato gravy, served atop fragrant basmati rice. A hearty bowl of Indian comfort food
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250 grams whole black lentils (urad dal), soaked overnight
70 grams kidney beans (rajma), soaked overnight
2 large tomatoes, pureed
1 large onion, finely chopped
30 gramss butter
15 ml refined oil
15 grams ginger garlic paste
12 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
6 grams cumin seeds
6 grams red chili powder (adjust to taste)
5 grams turmeric powder
6 grams garam masala
250 grams fresh cream
15 grams Salt
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. **Cook Lentils and Kidney Beans:**
In a pressure cooker, cook soaked black lentils and kidney beans with enough water until they are soft and well-cooked.
2. **Prepare Gravy:**
In a pan, heat butter and oil. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté until they become golden brown.
Add ginger garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
Add tomato puree and cook until the oil starts to separate from the tomatoes.
Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala. Mix well and cook for a couple of minutes.
3. **Combine Cooked Lentils and Kidney Beans:**
Add the cooked black lentils and kidney beans to the pan with the prepared gravy. Mix well.
Simmer the dal on low heat for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. **Finish with Cream:**
Add fresh cream to the dal and mix well. Cook for an additional 1015 minutes.
5. **Garnish:**
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Rice:
**Steamed Rice:**
Prepare steamed rice separately. You can use basmati rice or any rice of your choice.
Assembling the Dal Makhani Rice Bowl:
1. **Serve:**
In a bowl, place a portion of steamed rice.
Ladle the hot Dal Makhani over the rice.
2. **Garnish:**
Garnish with additional fresh coriander leaves.
3. **Optional Additions:**
You can add a dollop of butter or a drizzle of cream on top.
Serve with a side of naan or roti if desired.
Enjoy your Dal Makhani Rice Bowl, a comforting and satisfying meal!
