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Chana Dal Chataka | Spicy Split Chickpeas Gravy~Soup

Chana Dal Chataka | Spicy Split Chickpeas Gravy~Soup

Chana Dal Chataka is a simple, quick and spicy dal made using Chana Dal (Split Chickpeas). This can be served with Rice or Joward/Bajra Bhakri's or one can simply have this as a soup.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian, Maharashtrian
Keyword: Chana Dal, Dal, Legumes / Beans / Pulses, Lentil
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Soaking Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Renu Agrawal-Dongre

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Chana dal
  • 1 tbsp Red chili powder (as per taste)
  • 5-6 Garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1/4 tsp Asafoetida/Hing
  • 8-10 Curry leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • Coriander leaves
  • 2 tbsp Oil for tadka

Instructions

  • Wash the Chana Dal with water.
  • Add enough water and soak for about 2 hours.
  • Transfer the soaked dal into vessel or directly in a cooker.
  • Add water, half a tsp of salt and turmeric powder. Mix well.
  • Close the lid and cook on medium heat until 2-3 whistles. We do not want the dal to be overcooked or mashed. It should have a bite or crunch.
  • Once the pressure has cooled down, add salt to taste and mix well.
  • Add the dal into individual serving bowls.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Once hot, add Asafoetida/Hing. Then add Mustard seeds and let it splutter.
  • Add Cumin seeds and garlic.
  • Fry garlic until it is golden. Switch off the gas.
  • Add curry leaves and red chili powder.
  • Add tadka on the dal in katori and serve.
  • No need of mixing at all. Just serve as is with rice or bhakri.
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Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.