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Cholar Dal

Cholar Dal

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Cholar Dal is a festive and slightly sweet Bengali lentil preparation made from chana dal (split chickpeas). This dish is iconic for its inclusion of small pieces of fried coconut and its aromatic tempering of whole spices like cinnamon and cardamom. Unlike everyday dal, Cholar Dal has a thick consistency and a sophisticated sweet-savory profile. It is the mandatory partner for Luchi (fried puffed bread) during celebrations like Poila Baisakh and Durga Puja. The flavor is deeply rich and royal, thanks to the generous use of ghee and spices. Best served hot with Luchi or Alur Dom.

Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

1 cup Chana dal, soaked
1/2 cup Coconut, sliced small
1 tbsp Ginger paste
1 tsp Cumin powder
Whole spices (Bay leaf, Cardamom, Cinnamon)
1/2 tsp Turmeric
2 tbsp Ghee
1 tbsp Sugar
Salt to taste
Green chilies
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Perfect Cholar Dal has whole, visible grains that are completely soft to the touch.
  • Do not replace the fresh coconut with dry coconut; it lacks the required texture.
  • A slightly higher amount of sugar is traditional to achieve the Bengali festive flavor.
  • Ghee is the only fat used for tempering to keep the dish authentic and rich.

Nutritional Information(Per 250g)

Calories

210 kcal

Protein

10g

Fat

8g

Carbs

28g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.