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Gujarati Dal

Gujarati Dal

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Gujarati Dal is a majestic and profoundly aromatic heritage masterpiece, uniquely celebrated for its sweet-tangy pigeon-pea base and intense spice-infusion profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of tuvar dal simmered with a bold amount of peanuts, jaggery, and traditional regional spices. Known for its sophisticated thin-golden appearance and status as a world-famous mandatory component in traditional high-end Indian luxury thali sessions, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Balanced-Flavor' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and savory-sweet, with the tempering providing a unique professional-grade aromatic lift. Best enjoyed hot. A mandatory choice for the refined regional food seekers.

Gujarati Dal Recipe
Sweet and Sour Tuvar Dal
Best Gujarati Dal
Homemade Gujarati Style Dal
Traditional Tuvar Dal Gujarati Style
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

1 cup Tuvar dal (Split pigeon peas), washed
1/4 cup Peanuts, soaked
2 tbsp Jaggery, grated
1 tbsp Lemon juice or Tamarind pulp
1 tsp Mustard seeds
1/2 tsp Fenugreek seeds
2 Cloves
1 Cinnamon stick
2 tbsp Ghee
Fresh coriander
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh hand-grated jaggery is mandatory for achieving the most deep sweetness and caramel color.
  • Ensuring the peanuts are soaked before boiling provides the absolute secret to achieving superior tender-but-crunchy bite.
  • The addition of a few kokum pieces provides the essential traditional tangy-lift.
  • Always boil the dal thoroughly after tempering to ensure the signature integrated flavor profile is enjoyed.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (200ml))

Calories

190 kcal

Protein

10g

Fat

8g

Carbs

24g

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