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Punjabi Dal Tadka

Punjabi Dal Tadka

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Punjabi Dal Tadka is an iconic, vibrant, and aromatic lentil dish that is the heartbeat of North Indian dhaba culture. This recipe features a blend of split yellow pigeon peas (Toor Dal) and split chickpeas (Chana Dal), cooked until soft and then topped with an exhilarating 'double-tempering' of ghee, garlic, and dried red chilies. The result is a magnifique golden stew with a smoky, spicy aroma that is instantly recognizable. It represents the masterful Punjabi art of tempering, where spices are bloomed in fat to provide professional-grade depth. Best served piping hot with Jeera Rice or crispy Tandoori rotis for a professional magnifique finish.

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

1 cup Toor Dal (Pigeon peas)
1/4 cup Chana Dal (Chickpeas)
3 cups Water
2 tbsp Ghee
1 tsp Cumin seeds
1 tbsp Garlic, minced
2 Dried red chilies
1 Onion, finely chopped
2 Tomatoes, chopped
1 tsp Red chili powder
1/4 tsp Hing
Salt to taste
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using a mix of Toor and Chana dal is the absolute secret to achieving the authentic professional-grade thick and creamy texture.
  • The 'Double Tadka' (secondary tempering) is mandatory specifically to capture that signature professional magnifique smoky dhaba aroma.
  • Always use pure desi ghee for the tempering; oils cannot replicate the professional-grade magnificent richness of authentic Dal Tadka.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (250g))

Calories

220 kcal

Protein

12g

Fat

9g

Carbs

28g

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