Chana dal phare Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Rinse 1 cup of chana dal under running water and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
• STEP 2.Drain the soaked dal and transfer it to a pressure cooker. Add 3 cups of water, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, and salt to taste.
• STEP 3.Pressure cook the dal for 4-5 whistles or until it becomes soft and mushy.
• STEP 4.In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, and a pinch of asafoetida.
• STEP 5.Once the seeds start to crackle, add 1 finely chopped onion, 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste, and 2 green chilies (slit). Saute until the onions turn golden brown.
• STEP 6.Add 2 chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
• STEP 7.Now, add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, and salt to taste. Mix well.
• STEP 8.Add the cooked chana dal to the pan and mix everything together. Cook for another 5 minutes.
• STEP 9.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

• Soaking the chana dal helps in reducing the cooking time.
• You can adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
• For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of ghee while tempering the spices.

Storage and Serving

• Chana dal phare can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the dish in a microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
• Serve the chana dal phare with steamed rice, jeera rice, or roti for a complete meal.