Creamy Makai Ki Dal For Your Winter Indulgence

By Shreya Goswami

November 30, 2023

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The perfect blend of sweet corn kernels and delicious dal, this one is a winter-special dish you simply have to make. It tastes great with both rice and roti, so make it for any meal you like. Here’s the recipe.

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Ingredients

½ cup moong dal 1 cup sweet corn kernels ½ tsp cumin seeds 1 dry red chilli ¼ tsp asafoetida ½ cup onions, chopped ½ cup tomatoes, chopped 1 tbsp turmeric powder ½ tsp cumin powder ½ tsp coriander powder ½ tsp garam masala 2 green chillies, chopped ½ cup fresh cream Salt to taste 1 tbsp ghee Water, as required

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Step 1

Place the moong dal in a cooker with water, salt and turmeric powder. Close and cook for 2-3 whistles.

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Step 2

In a wok, heat the ghee then add cumin seeds, dry red chilli and asafoetida.

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Step 3

Once these stop spluttering, add the onions, tomatoes, corn kernels, green chillies and the powdered spices.

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Step 4

Mix well and cook until the veggies are done, then add the cooked dal, salt and some more water if required.

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Step 5

Mix and cook for 10 minutes, then add fresh cream on top and serve while hot.

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