Indian Makhani Daal – Lower Fat Creamed Black Lentils

Makhani Daal is a popular Indian dish known for its rich and creamy texture, usually made with butter and heavy cream. This recipe provides a lower fat alternative by using low-fat cream and less oil, while still maintaining the delicious flavors.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Indian Makhani Daal – Lower Fat Creamed Black Lentils

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering, Tempering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Black lentils
• 4 cup Water
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 inch Ginger
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 chili Green chili
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoon Coriander leaves
• 2 tablespoon Low-fat cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Rinse the black lentils and soak them in water for 4 hours.
2. Drain the soaked lentils and add them to a pressure cooker with 4 cups of water. Cook for 6-7 whistles or until the lentils are soft.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Add ginger, garlic, and green chili paste to the pan and sauté for a minute.
5. Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
6. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
7. Add the cooked lentils to the pan and mix everything together.
8. Cook for 5 minutes on low heat.
9. Add garam masala powder and mix well.
10. Add low-fat cream and mix until well combined.
11. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
12. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.