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dal maharani recipe | maharani dal recipe | how to make maharani dal with detailed photo and video. rich and creamy lentil based curry made from black urad dal and kidney beans. it has a very strong resemblance to the traditional and popular dal makhani recipe, yet has its own feature. it is ideally served with rice-based dish like jeera rice or saffron rice, but also taste great with roti & chapati.
dal maharani recipe

dal maharani recipe | maharani dal recipe | how to make maharani dal with step by step photo and video recipe. lentil recipes are pretty common and are made on day to day basis in indian households. there are many versions and variations of dal recipes which differ with the type of dal or region it made. dal maharani is one such creamy lentil recipe known for its richness and blends of spices.

as i previously mentioned, the dal maharani is very similar to the dal makhani recipe in terms of texture and appearance. but there is a difference with the spice mix and also with lentil added in it. generally dal makhani is made with just black urad dal but in this recipe, it is made with black urad dal and kidney beans. some prefer to add channa dal with the other 2 mentioned lentils, to have more thick and rich consistency. in addition, the spice mix is more royal and vibrant in maharani dal, whereas in makhani it is basic and to the point. hence the maharani dal is prepared for occasions and celebrations and makhani dal for day to day dal rice combination.

maharani dal recipe

furthermore, some easy and important tips and suggestions for a perfect, creamy and rich dal maharani recipe. firstly, do not skip the overnight soaking step for this dal recipe. if you do not soak it, you may not get the same consistency as the lentil would not perfectly cook. secondly, once lentil is pressure cooked, it has to be slow cooked with spices for about 30 mins. this step is common even in dal makhani or bukara and slow cooking adds more flavour to it. lastly, you can experiment with the dal recipe by adding other lentils like channa dal and toor dal. you can add 2-4 tbsp each to a pressure cooker and do not increase it further from the above quantity.

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dal maharani recipe | maharani dal recipe | how to make maharani dal

HEBBARS KITCHEN
easy dal maharani recipe | maharani dal recipe | how to make maharani dal
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Prep Time 8 hours
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 40 minutes
Course dal
Cuisine punjabi
Servings 5 Servings

Ingredients
  

for pressure cooking:

  • ¾ cup black urad dal, soaked overnight
  • 2 tbsp rajma, soaked overnight
  • 4 cup water
  • 1 tsp oil

other ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1 tsp cumin / jeera
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 pods cardamom / elachi
  • 2 tsp kasuri methi
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • 1 chilli, slit
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • ¾ tsp kashmiri red chilli powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • cup tomato puree
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp cream
  • 2 tbsp coriander, finely chopped

for tempering:

  • 1 tsp butter
  • 3 clove garlic, sliced
  • pinch  kashmiri red chilli powder

Instructions
 

  • firstly, in a large kadai heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp oil.
  • add in 1 tsp cumin, 1 bay leaf, 2 pods cardamom and 2 tsp kasuri methi. saute until the spices turn aromatic.
  • further add 1 onion, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste and 1 chilli.
  • saute until the onions turn golden brown.
  • keeping the flame on low, add ¼ tsp turmeric, ¾ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp garam masala.
  • now add 1½ cup tomato puree. to prepare tomato puree blend 3 large tomatoes to a smooth paste.
  • add in cooked dal, 1 tsp salt and mix well.
  • simmer for 20 minutes stirring in between to prevent from burning.
  • now add 2 tbsp cream, 2 tbsp coriander and mix well.
  • pour the tempering over the dal and enjoy dal maharani with jeera rice.

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how to make dal maharani with step by step photo:

  1. firstly, in a cooker take ¾ cup black urad dal and 2 tbsp rajma.
    dal maharani recipe
  2. add 4 cup water and 1 tsp oil.
    dal maharani recipe
  3. pressure cook for 8 whistles or until the dal turns soft and mushy.
    dal maharani recipe
  4. now in a large kadai heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp oil.
    dal maharani recipe
  5. add in 1 tsp cumin, 1 bay leaf, 2 pods cardamom and 1 tsp kasuri methi. saute until the spices turn aromatic.
    dal maharani recipe
  6. further add 1 onion, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste and 1 chilli.
    dal maharani recipe
  7. saute until the onions turn golden brown.
    maharani dal recipe
  8. keeping the flame on low, add ¼ tsp turmeric, ¾ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp garam masala.
    maharani dal recipe
  9. now add 1½ cup tomato puree. to prepare tomato puree blend 3 large tomatoes to a smooth paste.
    maharani dal recipe
  10. saute well until the mixture thickens and releases oil from sides.
    maharani dal recipe
  11. add in cooked dal, 1 tsp salt and mix well.
    maharani dal recipe
  12. adjust the consistency, adding water as required.
    maharani dal recipe
  13. simmer for 20 minutes stirring in between to prevent from burning.
    maharani dal recipe
  14. now add 2 tbsp cream, 2 tbsp coriander and mix well.
    maharani dal recipe
  15. prepare the tempering by heating 1 tsp butter.
    how to make maharani dal
  16. roast 3 clove garlic until they turn golden brown.
    how to make maharani dal
  17. turn off the flame and add in pinch chilli powder. mix well.
    how to make maharani dal
  18. pour the tempering over the dal and ready to serve.
    how to make maharani dal
  19. finally, enjoy dal maharani with jeera rice.
    maharani dal recipe

notes:

  • firstly, soak the dal well, else it takes a long time to cook.
  • also, adding cream makes dal more rich and creamy.
  • additionally, adjust the consistency of dal to your choice.
  • finally, dal maharani recipe tastes great when prepared creamy.
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