Paneer Fried Chana Dal

Fried Chana Dal with Paneer Recipe 🍲

Overview:

This mouthwatering Fried Chana Dal with Paneer recipe is a delightful twist on traditional Indian dishes like Palak Paneer or Paneer Kofta. Passed down from generations, it’s a flavorful combination of lentils, spices, and fried paneer cubes, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Perfect for a cozy winter meal or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is easy to prepare and bursting with aromatic flavors.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 336.7
• Fat: 22.4g
• Saturated Fat: 2.9g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 18.4mg
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Fiber: 7.6g
• Sugar: 6.4g
• Protein: 8.1g
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

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   • Wash the chana dal thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 2 hours to soften.

2. Prepare Ingredients:

   • Grate the onions.
   • Chop the fresh coriander.
   • Make a paste of ginger and garlic.
   • Chop the tomatoes into small pieces.
   • Cut the paneer into bite-sized cubes and fry until golden brown. Set aside.

3. Cooking:

   • Heat oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat.
   • Fry the grated onions until they turn light brown.
   • Add the ginger-garlic paste, cinnamon sticks, black cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaves, and red chili. Sauté until aromatic.
   • Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
   • Stir in the soaked chana dal, salt, chili powder, and turmeric powder. Cook for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Pressure Cooking:

   • Pour 1 2/3 cups of water into the cooker and mix well.
   • Close the pressure cooker lid securely and place it on high heat until it reaches full cooking pressure.
   • Once at full pressure, reduce the heat to medium and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
   • Allow the pressure cooker to cool down naturally before opening it.

5. Final Touch:

   • Once the pressure cooker is cooled, carefully open it.
   • Add the lightly fried paneer cubes to the cooked dal mixture.
   • Simmer for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
   • Garnish the dish with fresh coriander leaves and a squeeze of lime juice for an extra burst of freshness.

6. Serving:

   • Serve the Fried Chana Dal with Paneer hot with rice or roti for a satisfying meal experience.

Tips:

• To save time, you can use store-bought ginger-garlic paste.
• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by adding more or less chili powder.
• Make sure to soak the chana dal for the recommended time to ensure it cooks evenly and becomes tender.
• For a creamy texture, you can add a splash of cream or coconut milk at the end.
• Experiment with different garnishes like sliced almonds or grated coconut for added texture and flavor.