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Panchmel Dal | Panchkuti Dal | Panchratna Dal
Aruna
Panchmel Dal | Panchkuti Dal | Panchratna Dal is a recipe from Rajasthan. It uses 5 dals and is a great accompaniment for both rice and roti.
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Prep Time
2
hours
hrs
Cook Time
30
minutes
mins
Total Time
2
hours
hrs
30
minutes
mins
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Indian, Rajasthani, Vegetarian
Servings
4
People
Ingredients
1x
2x
3x
The 5 Dals
1.5
tbsp
Tuvar Dal
1.5
tbsp
Chana Dal
1.5
tbsp
Masoor Dal
1.5
tbsp
Udad Dal
(You can use Chilkewali Udad Dal)
1.5
tbsp
Chilkewali Moong Dal
The Tempering
1/2
Cup
Finely Chopped Tomato
1
tbsp
Finely Chopped Green Chillies
2
tsp
Finely Chopped Ginger
2
tsp
Cumin Seeds
1
tbsp
Ghee or Oil
Salt to Taste
The Dry Masalas
1
tsp
Turmeric
1-2
tsp
Red Chilli Powder
1
tsp
Coriander Powder
1
tsp
Roasted Cumin Powder
1
tsp
Amchur Powder
(or 1 tbsp lemon juice) - Optional
Instructions
Preparing the Dals
Mix together all the five dals.
Wash well.
Soak in 1.5 Cups water for at least 3 hours.
Pressure cook the dal for 4-5 whistles till they are well cooked.
Using a heavy ladle mash the dal well.
Making the Tempering
In a heavy-bottomed vessel or kadhai, heat the oil or ghee.
Add the cumin seeds and stir-fry till they change colour.
Add ginger and green chillies.
Stir-fry for a few seconds.
Add asafoetida and mix well.
Add the tomato pieces.
Over medium heat, stir-fry till the tomato pieces are well-stewed.
Making the Dal
Add the turmeric, chilli, coriander, cumin and amchur powders.
If you are using lemon juice, add the end after the dal is cooked.
Stir-fry for a few seconds.
Add the cooked, mashed dal, and mix well.
Add salt and mix well.
Bring to a boil.
Serve the Panchmel Dal | Panchkuti Dal | Panchratna Dal hot with rice or roti.
Keyword
Panchkuti Dal, Panchmel Dal, Panchratna Dal
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