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Coconut Dal Makhani over Basmati
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Coconut Dal Makhani over Basmati

4.8 (33 ratings)

Coconut Dal Makhani over Basmati -- bright with acid and fresh herbs.

Prep
19 min
Cook
60 min
Servings
5
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb dal makhani
  • a pinch yellow onion
  • 4 oz garlic-ginger paste
  • 1/4 cup ground cumin
  • 2 tbsp turmeric
  • 1 cup garam masala
  • 3 cloves fresh cilantro
  • to taste flaky salt
Method

Step by step

  1. Toast the spices in a little oil until fragrant, watching so they do not scorch.
  2. Cook the onion, garlic and ginger low and slow until soft and sweet.
  3. Add the dal makhani, then the liquid, and let it barely simmer to build depth.
  4. Round it out with a swirl of cream or a handful of cilantro before serving.
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