Dhaba style chicken tarka dal Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a pressure cooker, cook the lentils with water, turmeric, and salt until soft and mushy.
• STEP 2.In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, onions, and garlic. Saute until onions turn golden brown.
• STEP 3.Add tomatoes, ginger-garlic paste, and spices. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and oil starts to separate.
• STEP 4.Add the cooked lentils to the pan and mix well. Simmer for a few minutes.
• STEP 5.In another pan, heat oil and add chicken pieces. Cook until they are browned and cooked through.
• STEP 6.Add the cooked chicken to the lentil mixture and simmer for a few more minutes.
• STEP 7.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Cooking Tips

• Soaking the lentils for a few hours before cooking can help reduce the cooking time.
• You can adjust the spice level according to your preference by adding more or less chili powder.
• For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the cooked lentils before adding the chicken.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover chicken tarka dal can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the dal in a pan or microwave before serving.
• Serve the chicken tarka dal with rice, naan bread, or roti for a complete meal.