Dal fara Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and soak the chana dal in water for 2-3 hours.
• STEP 2.Drain the soaked dal and grind it to a coarse paste without adding water.
• STEP 3.In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and chopped green chilies. Saute for a minute.
• STEP 4.Add the ground dal paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously.
• STEP 5.Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
• STEP 6.In a separate bowl, mix the wheat flour, salt, and water to make a soft dough.
• STEP 7.Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a small circle.
• STEP 8.Place a spoonful of the dal mixture in the center of each circle and fold it in half to form a semi-circle. Press the edges to seal.
• STEP 9.Steam the dal fara in a steamer for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked.
• STEP 10.Serve hot with chutney or yogurt.

Cooking Tips

• You can add chopped onions, ginger, or garlic to the lentil filling for added flavor.
• If you prefer a crispy texture, you can deep fry the dal fara instead of steaming it.
• To make the dough more flavorful, you can add a pinch of ajwain (carom seeds) or kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves).

Storage and Serving

• Dal fara can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, steam the dal fara for a few minutes until heated through.
• Serve hot with chutney or yogurt for a delicious and satisfying meal.