Dhansak Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Dhansak is a popular Parsi dish from India, known for its rich and flavorful taste. It is a combination of lentils, vegetables, and meat, usually chicken or lamb. The dish is cooked with a blend of spices including cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ginger, giving it a unique and aromatic flavor. Dhansak is typically served with rice or roti and garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

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Ingredients for Dhansak Recipe

  • 0.17 cup Lentils
  • 41.67 gram Chicken Or Lamb, Cut Into Pieces
  • 0.33 Onions, Finely Chopped
  • 1/2 cloves Cloves Of Garlic, Minced
  • 0.17 inch Ginger, Grated
  • 0.33 Tomatoes, Chopped
  • 0.17 teaspoon Cumin Powder
  • 0.17 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 0.08 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 0.08 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • 0.08 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 0.33 tablespoon Oil
  • as needed Water As Needed
  • as per your need Fresh Coriander Leaves For Garnish

Directions: Dhansak Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Soak the lentils in water for a few hours and then cook them until tender.
  • STEP 2.In a separate pan, heat oil and saut茅 onions, garlic, and ginger until golden brown.
  • STEP 3.Add the meat and cook until it is browned on all sides.
  • STEP 4.Add the spices and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
  • STEP 5.Add the cooked lentils, vegetables, and some water. Simmer until everything is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
  • STEP 6.Serve the dhansak hot with rice or roti, and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Cooking Tips

  • You can use any combination of lentils like toor dal, masoor dal, and moong dal.
  • Feel free to add your choice of vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and eggplant.
  • For a vegetarian version, you can skip the meat and add more vegetables or paneer.

Storage and Serving

  • Dhansak can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat it in a pan or microwave before serving.
  • Serve dhansak with rice or roti for a complete meal.
Nutrition
value
780
calories per serving
27 g Fat56 g Protein81 g Carbs25 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    27g
  • Protein
    56g
  • Carbs
    81g
  • Fiber
    25g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    81g
  • Protein
    56g
  • Fiber
    25g

Fats

  • Fat
    27g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    380mg
  • Iron
    10mg
  • Vitamin A
    541mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    12mg
  • Vitamin B6
    1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    147mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    14mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    2mcg
  • Magnesium
    235mg
  • Manganese
    9mg
  • Phosphorus
    732mg
  • Selenium
    60mcg
  • Zinc
    6mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp