Dal Dhokli

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1. 1

   Rinse the toor dal thoroughly under cold water.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

2. 2

   Combine the rinsed toor dal, water, turmeric powder, and salt in a pressure cooker.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

3. 3

   Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the dal is soft and well-cooked. Let the pressure release naturally.

   Aproximativ 15 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Alternatively, cook in a pot on the stovetop for 30-40 minutes until dal is tender.

4. 4

   While the dal cooks, prepare the dhokli dough. In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, chickpea flour, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and oil.

   Aproximativ 3 min.

5. 5

   Add water gradually and knead into a firm, smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.

   Aproximativ 13 min.

6. 6

   Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into a thin disc, about 6-8 inches in diameter.

   Aproximativ 5 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Dust with a little dry flour if the dough sticks.

7. 7

   Cut the rolled discs into diamond or square shapes.

   Aproximativ 3 min.

8. 8

   Once the dal is cooked, mash it lightly with a whisk or masher to a smooth consistency.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Add a little hot water if the dal is too thick.

9. 9

   Heat the oil for tempering in a large pot or pan over medium heat.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

10. 10

    Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.

    Aproximativ 1 min.

11. 11

    Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.

    Aproximativ 1 min.

12. 12

    Stir in grated ginger and finely chopped green chili. Cook for 1 minute.

    Aproximativ 1 min.

13. 13

    Add the finely chopped tomato and cook until soft and mushy, about 3-5 minutes.

    Aproximativ 4 min.

14. 14

    Pour the mashed dal into the tempering. Add jaggery and lemon juice, and bring to a gentle boil.

    Aproximativ 3 min.

    Nota bucătarului: Adjust jaggery and lemon juice to your taste for a sweet and sour balance.

15. 15

    Carefully add the prepared dhokli pieces to the boiling dal, one by one, to prevent them from sticking together.

    Aproximativ 2 min.

16. 16

    Lower the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dhokli are cooked through and tender.

    Aproximativ 15 min.

    Nota bucătarului: The dhokli will float to the top when cooked.

17. 17

    Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

    Aproximativ 1 min.