Dhaba Style Dal Tadka

Name: Dhaba Style Dal Tadka
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup Toor Dal (Yellow Pigeon Peas); 1 tsp Anraj Whole Roasted Cumin Seeds; 1/4 tsp Anraj Shahi Compounded Hing; 1 tsp Anraj Pure Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Anraj Kashmiri Lal Mirch; 2 tbsp Desi Ghee; Whole Red Chillies & Chopped Garlic

ढाबा स्टाइल दाल तड़का

Comforting Arhar/Toor dal double-tempered with aromatic Ghee, garlic, dry red chili, and a potent pinch of Anraj Hing.

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Servings: 4 Persons

Level: Easy

Ingredients Needed

1 cup Toor Dal (Yellow Pigeon Peas)
1 tsp Anraj Whole Roasted Cumin Seeds
1/4 tsp Anraj Shahi Compounded Hing
1 tsp Anraj Pure Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Anraj Kashmiri Lal Mirch
2 tbsp Desi Ghee
Whole Red Chillies & Chopped Garlic

Chef's Pro Secret

Always add Anraj ground spices on medium-low heat with warm oil/ghee to bloom essential aromatic oils without burning.

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Step-by-Step Directions

Step 1

Pressure cook Toor Dal with water, Anraj Turmeric Powder, salt, and tomato for 4 whistles.

Step 2

Whisk cooked dal till smooth and bring to a simmer.

Step 3

For Tadka: Heat ghee, add Anraj Cumin Seeds, garlic, red chillies, and a generous pinch of Anraj Hing.

Step 4

Turn off heat, add Anraj Kashmiri Lal Mirch for vibrant red color, and instantly pour over simmering dal.

Step 5

Cover with lid immediately for 2 minutes to trap aroma. Serve hot with steamed rice.