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About Khalo Dal

Ingredients

Methods

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What is khalo dal made of?

How to cook the dal

How to make khalo dal

Pro tips to make khalo dal

Nutrient values

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Khalo Dal a hearty lentil dish from Bengal which is rich in flavour, aroma and texture. Learn how to make khalo dal recipe | Bengali style chilkewali urad dal | healthy urad ki dal |

Bengali style chilkewali urad dal is made using minimal ingredients available in all kitchens. It is made with minimum oil, to suit diabetics and weight-watchers, and despite its simplicity it has an irresistible flavour that makes you crave for more.

healthy urad ki dal is a humble yet delectable lentil dish that embodies the essence of Bengali comfort food. Its a staple dish in Bengali cuisine, enjoyed for its earthy aroma, rich texture, and high nutritional value. khalo dal is a powerhouse of nutrients, rich in protein, fiber, iron, magnesium, and potassium. The black gram skin boosts antioxidants and dietary fiber, contributing to gut health and overall well-being.

khalo dal recipe is typically served hot with steamed rice, roti, or it pairs well with various Bengali side dishes like Rosha (mixed vegetable curry), Aloo Posto (potato poppy seed curry), or Begun Bhaja (healthy brinjal snack).

pro tips to make khalo dal: 1. Soaking the dal helps to soften it and reduce the cooking time. 2. You can also add other spices to your liking, such as garam masala, coriander powder, or red chilli powder. 3. Khalo dal is authentically made using chilkewali urad dal but you can also make it using split urad dal.

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Ingredients

For Khalo Dal

3/4 cup chilkewali urad dal (spit black gram with skin) , soaked for 1 hour and drained

2 tsp ghee

1 small cinnamon (dalchini) stick

2 clove (laung / lavang)

1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)

1 tbsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)

1 tsp finely chopped green chillies

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

1/2 tsp ginger (adrak) paste

salt to taste

Method

For khalo dal

To make khalo dal recipe, combine the urad dal, salt and 2 cups of water in a pressure cooker, mix well and pressure cook for 3 whistles.
Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Whisk well and keep aside.
Heat the ghee in a deep non-stick pan, add the cinnamon, cloves, cumin seeds and garlic. Sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
Add the green chillies and onions and sauté on a medium flame for another 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the ginger paste and sauté for a few seconds.
Add the cooked dal, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 4 to 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Serve khalo dal recipe hot.

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what is khalo dal made of?

1. See the below image of list of ingredients for making khalo dal.

how to cook the dal

1. To make khalo dal recipe | Bengali style chilkewali urad dal | healthy urad ki dal | in a pressure cooker, add ¾ cup chilkewali urad dal (spit black gram with skin) , soaked for 1 hour and drained. Khalo dal is authentically made with chilke wali urad dal, which is urad dal with the skin.
2. Add salt to taste.
3. Add 2 cups of water.
4. Mix well and pressure cook for 3 whistles.
5. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Whisk well and keep aside.

how to make khalo dal

1. Heat 2 tsp ghee in a deep non-stick pan. Ghee's rich, nutty, and slightly caramelized flavor adds depth and complexity to the khalo dal.
2. Add 1 small cinnamon (dalchini). Cinnamon introduces a warm, slightly sweet, and aromatic presence to the khalo dal.
3. Add 2 cloves (laung / lavang).
4. Add ½ tsp cumin seeds (jeera).
5. Add 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun). It’s subtle pungency and depth adds complexity and intrigue to the overall flavor profile, making the dish more interesting and satisfying.
6. Sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
7. Add 1 tsp finely chopped green chillies. Green chillies add a refreshing kick to the khalo dal.
8. Add ½ cup finely chopped onions.
9. Sauté on a medium flame for another 1 to 2 minutes.
10. Add ½ tsp ginger (adrak) paste.
11. Sauté for a few seconds.
12. Add the cooked dal.
13. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 4 to 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
14. Serve khalo dal recipe | Bengali style chilkewali urad dal | healthy urad ki dal | hot.

pro tips to make khalo dal

1. Soaking the dal helps to soften it and reduce the cooking time.
2. You can also add other spices to your liking, such as garam masala, coriander powder, or red chilli powder.
3. Khalo dal is authentically made using chilkewali urad dal but you can also make it using split urad dal.

Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate

Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving

Energy	131 cal
Protein	7.1 g
Carbohydrates	19 g
Fiber	3.5 g
Fat	2.9 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	12 mg

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Payal Parikh 86

Nov. 2, 2012, 1:36 p.m.

This dal recipe made using chilkewali urad dal is just so easy to make. The use of onions, ginger and garlic in the dal make it perfect to eat with rice or rotis. Must try recipe.