Dhaba-Style Dal Palak

Name: Dhaba-Style Dal Palak
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup split chickpeas; 2 cups water; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 leaf bay leaf; 1 tbsp oil; 2 tbsp oil; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 pinch whole spices (e.g., cloves, cardamom); 4 cloves garlic; 1 in ginger; 2 sprigs green chilies; 1 cup onions (chopped); 1 cup tomatoes (chopped); 1 tsp red chili powder

This recipe for Dhaba-Style Dal Palak is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines the goodness of split chickpeas and spinach with aromatic spices. It's a healthy and hearty meal perfect for lunch or dinner. The recipe is easy to follow and brings the authentic taste of Indian dhabas right to your kitchen.

whole spices (e.g., cloves, cardamom)

Calories

123.8kcal (6.19%)

Protein

5.1g (10.26%)

Step 1

Soak one cup of split chickpeas in water for half an hour.

Step 2

Add the soaked chickpeas to a pressure cooker along with two cups of water, salt, turmeric, bay leaf, and oil.

Step 3

Cook the mixture on medium flame for two whistles.

Step 1

Heat oil in a frying pan and add cumin seeds and whole spices.

Step 2

Add garlic, ginger, green chilies, and onions to the pan and sauté until the onions are golden brown.

Step 3

Add tomatoes, ginger, green chilies, and red chili powder to the pan and cook until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture is well combined.

Step 1

Pour the prepared tempering over the cooked dal and mix well.

Step 2

Serve hot with rice or roti.

Calories

123.8kcal (6.19%)

Protein

5.1g (10.26%)

Soaking the split chickpeas before cooking helps them cook faster and evenly.

Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chilies and red chili powder.

For added flavor, you can garnish the dal with fresh coriander leaves.

Can I use other types of lentils for this recipe?

Yes, you can use other lentils like toor dal or moong dal, but the cooking time may vary.

How can I make this dish vegan?

To make this dish vegan, use vegetable oil and ensure that no dairy products are added.

Can I skip the pressure cooker?

Yes, you can cook the dal in a regular pot, but it will take longer to cook. Ensure you keep an eye on the water level.

What can I serve with dal palak?

Dal palak pairs well with steamed rice, jeera rice, or roti.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

whole spices (e.g., cloves, cardamom)

Calories

123.8kcal (6.19%)

Protein

5.1g (10.26%)

Step 1

Soak one cup of split chickpeas in water for half an hour.

Step 2

Add the soaked chickpeas to a pressure cooker along with two cups of water, salt, turmeric, bay leaf, and oil.

Step 3

Cook the mixture on medium flame for two whistles.

Step 1

Heat oil in a frying pan and add cumin seeds and whole spices.

Step 2

Add garlic, ginger, green chilies, and onions to the pan and sauté until the onions are golden brown.

Step 3

Add tomatoes, ginger, green chilies, and red chili powder to the pan and cook until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture is well combined.

Step 1

Pour the prepared tempering over the cooked dal and mix well.

Step 2

Serve hot with rice or roti.

Calories

123.8kcal (6.19%)

Protein

5.1g (10.26%)

Soaking the split chickpeas before cooking helps them cook faster and evenly.

Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer green chilies and red chili powder.

For added flavor, you can garnish the dal with fresh coriander leaves.

Can I use other types of lentils for this recipe?

Yes, you can use other lentils like toor dal or moong dal, but the cooking time may vary.

How can I make this dish vegan?

To make this dish vegan, use vegetable oil and ensure that no dairy products are added.

Can I skip the pressure cooker?

Yes, you can cook the dal in a regular pot, but it will take longer to cook. Ensure you keep an eye on the water level.

What can I serve with dal palak?

Dal palak pairs well with steamed rice, jeera rice, or roti.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

Dhaba-Style Dal Palak

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Ingredients

For the Dal

For the Tempering

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

123.8kcal (6.19%)

Protein

5.1g (10.26%)

Carbs

12.6g (4.56%)

Sugars

2.5g (5.04%)

Healthy Fat

5.6g

Unhealthy Fat

0.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

How to make Dhaba-Style Dal Palak

Cooking the Dal

Preparing the Tempering

Combining the Dal and Tempering

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Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

123.8kcal (6.19%)

Protein

5.1g (10.26%)

Carbs

12.6g (4.56%)

Sugars

2.5g (5.04%)

Healthy Fat

5.6g

Unhealthy Fat

0.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Dhaba-Style Dal Palak

Stuck mid-recipe?

Ingredients

For the Dal

For the Tempering

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

123.8kcal (6.19%)

Protein

5.1g (10.26%)

Carbs

12.6g (4.56%)

Sugars

2.5g (5.04%)

Healthy Fat

5.6g

Unhealthy Fat

0.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

How to make Dhaba-Style Dal Palak

Cooking the Dal

Preparing the Tempering

Combining the Dal and Tempering

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

123.8kcal (6.19%)

Protein

5.1g (10.26%)

Carbs

12.6g (4.56%)

Sugars

2.5g (5.04%)

Healthy Fat