Makhani Daal (Buttery Lentils)
Makhani Daal (Buttery Lentils) features black lentils, chickpeas, and kidney beans cooked until luxuriously soft, then folded into a spiced onion-tomato masala. Butter and a touch of yogurt round it out with a silky, rich finish, while fresh cilantro brightens each bite. Ideal for a cozy dinner alongside rice or warm flatbreads.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Put black lentils, chickpeas, and red kidney beans in a large container, cover them with several inches of cool water, and let them soak for 6 hours to overnight.
- 2
Transfer the lentil mixture and its soaking liquid to a pressure cooker. Bring to high pressure as directed by the manufacturer and cook until soft, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and release the pressure using the natural release method per the manufacturer's instructions.
- 3
Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, ginger, garlic, and cumin seeds; cook and stir until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes; cook and stir until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the ground coriander, garam masala, red chile powder, turmeric, and salt.
- 4
Fold the onion mixture into the cooked lentil mixture. Add the butter, yogurt, and cilantro leaves; stir to combine.
- Calories 323.5 kcal Moderate
- Protein 10.54 g Good Source
- Carbs 55.1 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.11 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.04 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.04 g High
- Cholesterol 6.9 mg Low Source
- Sodium 424.41 mg Moderate
- Fiber 13.6 g Good Source
- Sugar 6.27 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 296.73 mg Good Source
- Iron 3.49 mg Moderate
- Potassium 612.59 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 147.86 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 48.67 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Makhani Daal (Buttery Lentils) is an Indian side dish recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Butter, Chana Dal, Chili Powder, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 323.5 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Makhani Daal (Buttery Lentils)?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Makhani Daal (Buttery Lentils) made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Chana Dal, Chili Powder, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 17 is above.
- How long does it take to make Makhani Daal (Buttery Lentils)?
- About 50 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 323.5 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Makhani Daal (Buttery Lentils) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 4 steps.
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