{"id":"recipe_f791475823","slug":"dal-makhani","title":"Dal Makhani","description":"A rich, creamy, and buttery slow-cooked black lentil dish, which is a classic staple of North Indian cuisine.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":45,"totalMinutes":540,"activeMinutes":20},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 cup whole black lentils (Urad Dal)","name":"Lentils","quantity":210,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"whole","notes":"cleaned and washed","group":"Dal Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/4 cup kidney beans (Rajma)","name":"Kidney Beans","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"dried","notes":"","group":"Dal Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"3 tablespoons butter","name":"Butter","quantity":42,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.5,"usUnit":"oz","form":"unsalted","notes":"","group":"Tempering","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1/2 cup heavy cream","name":"Cream","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"Finish","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 cup tomato puree","name":"Tomato Puree","quantity":240,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"puree","notes":"freshly blended or canned","group":"Tempering","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste","name":"Ginger-Garlic Paste","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"paste","notes":"","group":"Tempering","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 teaspoon Garam Masala","name":"Garam Masala","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Tempering","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 teaspoon Kashmiri Red Chili Powder","name":"Red Chili","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"for color and mild heat","group":"Tempering","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves (Kasuri Methi)","name":"Fenugreek","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"dried","notes":"crushed","group":"Finish","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"Dal Base","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Wash the black lentils and kidney beans thoroughly. Soak them in plenty of water for at least 8-10 hours or overnight.","group":"Preparation","title":"Wash the black lentils and kidney beans thoroughly","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Drain the soaking water. Place the lentils and beans in a pressure cooker with 4 cups of water and salt. Cook for about 20-25 minutes until the lentils are completely soft and can be mashed with a spoon.","group":"Cooking Dal","title":"Drain the soaking water","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Cooking Dal"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until fragrant.","group":"Tempering","title":"In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt the butter","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Tempering"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the tomato puree, red chili powder, and garam masala. Cook the mixture until the butter starts to separate from the sides of the masala.","group":"Tempering","title":"Add the tomato puree, red chili powder, and garam masala","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Tempering"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Add the cooked lentils (along with their liquid) to the pan. Mix well and mash some lentils with the back of the spoon to thicken the gravy. Simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.","group":"Merging","title":"Add the cooked lentils","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Merging"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Stir in the heavy cream and crushed kasuri methi. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes on very low heat. Adjust salt if needed.","group":"Finish","title":"Stir in the heavy cream and crushed kasuri methi","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Finish"}],"notes":"Slow cooking is the key to a great Dal Makhani. Traditionally, it is cooked overnight on a tandoor. For best results at home, simmer it for as long as possible.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["North Indian","Punjabi"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["slowCook","pressureCook"],"equipment":["Pressure Cooker","Heavy bottomed pan","Stovetop"],"diet":["vegetarian","high_protein","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"serving","note":"A generous bowl per person"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Dal Makhani tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop. Store in the fridge and reheat on a low flame adding a splash of water."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat slowly on the stove. You may need to add a bit of water or milk to reach the desired consistency."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_f791475823%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=0e76ac09-7b8c-4be8-8b9a-11020f473a66","imageAlt":"Dal Makhani — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["creamy","lentils","protein-rich","restaurant-style","punjabi"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Dal Makhani","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T17:12:34.500Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T17:12:34.500Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_fb27e32ec2","slug":"curd-rice-thayir-sadam","title":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam)","description":"A comforting, creamy South Indian staple made with soft-cooked rice mixed with cool yogurt and tempered with aromatic spices, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fb27e32ec2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4b6828b-7878-41e2-be3a-0eb61ce6a548","imageAlt":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["rice","yogurt","south indian","curd rice","thayir sadam","comfort food","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_4f66a15443","slug":"lemon-rice-elumichai-sadam","title":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam)","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and aromatic South Indian classic made with fluffy precooked rice, fresh lemon juice, and a crunchy tempering of lentils, peanuts, and spices.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4f66a15443%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35e72f0f-1a06-4145-8088-dfcf951a6bfb","imageAlt":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["lemon rice","south indian","tangy","quick lunch","vegan indian","yellow rice"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_c3ae6a52c8","slug":"moong-dal-khichdi","title":"Moong Dal Khichdi","description":"A comforting, wholesome Indian one-pot meal made with rice and yellow moong lentils, tempered with ghee and mild spices. 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