Nagori dal is a traditional Rajasthani dish made with lentils, spices, and vegetables. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day.
To make Nagori dal, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup chana dal (split chickpeas)
- 1 cup masoor dal (split red lentils)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Ghee or oil for cooking
Instructions:
- Rinse the dals well and drain.
- Heat ghee or oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and green chilies and cook until softened, about 5 minutes more.
- Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and red chili powder. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add the dals and salt to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Pour in enough water to cover the dals by 2 inches.
- Bring the dal to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the dals are soft.
- Serve hot with rice or roti.
Here are some tips for making Nagori dal:
- If you don’t have chana dal, you can use split peas or lentils instead.
- You can add other vegetables to the dal, such as carrots, potatoes, or peas.
- For a spicier dal, add more red chili powder.
- For a richer dal, add a dollop of yogurt or ghee.