Lauki Chana Dal
Lauki Chana Dal is a simple Indian dish made by simmering bottle gourd and split chickpeas with spices.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Bottle Gourd (peeled and diced) | 1 | Count |
| Chana Dal (soaked for 2 hours) | 200 | Grams |
| Onion (finely chopped) | 1 | Count |
| Tomato (finely chopped) | 2 | Count |
| Ginger (grated) | 1 | Inch |
| Garlic (minced) | 3 | Clove |
| Green Chili (slit) | 2 | Count |
| Cumin Seeds | 1 | Tsp |
| Turmeric Powder | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Red Chili Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Coriander Powder | 1 | Tsp |
| Garam Masala | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Salt (or to taste) | 1 | Tsp |
| Oil | 2 | Tbsp |
| Water | 500 | Milliliters |
| Cilantro (chopped for garnish) | 1 | Bunch |
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies. Sauté for another minute.
- Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and oil starts to separate.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add diced bottle gourd and soaked chana dal. Stir to combine with the spices.
- Pour in water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until chana dal is cooked.
- Stir in garam masala and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Prep
- Soak chana dal for 2 hours
Kitchen equipment
Pressure Cooker