Daal Dhokli
Try this Daal Dhokli recipe
Try this Daal Dhokli recipe
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 plum tomatoes diced
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- part i: daal
- 4 tablespoon ghee divided (or 2 tablespoons of cooking oil)
- 1/4 teaspoon asafetida
- 10-12 fresh curry leaves
- 3 teaspoon garlic grated
- 2 tablespoon jaggery or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon peanuts
- 1/2 cup toor daal rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped for garnish
- part ii: dhokli
- 2-1/2 cups whole wheat flour divided
- 1 tablespoon chickpea flour
- 1 cup of water or as needed
- 1 tsp carom seeds
- 1 tablespoon oil divided
- Carbohydrate 4.11618258155851 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 13.9914096859018 g
- Fiber 1.1933408419333 g
- Protein 2.30346974851982 g
- Saturated Fat 1.83580616912908 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (117g)
- Sodium 14.98781665297 mg
- Sugar 2.92284173962521 g
- Trans Fat 0.731588167547645 g
- Calories 146 calories
Step-by-step
- Turn Instant Pot to Saute(More) mode. Once the 'hot' sign displays, add 2 tablespoons of ghee or cooking oil.
- Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
- Add cumin seeds, asafetida and curry leaves.
- Add turmeric, ginger, and garlic. Mix well.
- Add tomatoes, red chili powder, jaggery, tamarind paste, salt, peanuts and toor daal. Mix well.
- Add 2 cups of water, give a quick stir and close Instant Pot with the Pressure valve set to sealing.
- Cook on Manual(Hi) for 8 mins followed by Natural Pressure Release.
- While the Daal is cooking, make the dough by mixing 2 cups of whole wheat flour, chickpea flour, salt, carom seeds, red chili powder, turmeric and half tablespoon of oil.
- Use water as needed to make a firm yet pliable dough.
- Add remaining oil and knead the dough well.
- Make 5 balls from the dough.
- Using the extra whole wheat flour, roll the dough balls into 10-12 inch thin circles.
- Using a pizza cutter, cut each rolled tortilla into 1-inch squares or dhoklis.
- Put the cut dough pieces on a platter. Sprinkle a little bit of dry flour before layering the pieces on a tray to avoid them from sticking to each other.
- Open Instant Pot after the pressure has released naturally.
- Turn Instant pot to saute mode and using an immersion blender, gently blend the daal for 5 seconds.
- Add 3 cups of water, mix well, cook covered with a glass lid and bring the daal to a gentle boil.
- Add half of the dough squares to the daal and mix gently.
- Add remaining half dough squares, mix again.
- Close Instant Pot with the pressure valve to sealing.
- Cook on Manual(Hi) for 2 minutes followed by Quick Release.
- Mix the Daal Dhokli, add another tablespoon or two of ghee (recommended but optional) and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Enjoy Piping hot!
My Comfort Food: Daal Dhokli – A Taste of Home
The aroma of spices, the comforting warmth, the satisfying chewiness – Daal Dhokli is more than just a dish; it's an experience. For me, it's a direct line to my childhood, to sunny afternoons spent in my grandmother's kitchen, watching her deftly roll out the dough and coax the most incredible flavors from simple ingredients. It's a taste of home, a reminder of simpler times, and a recipe passed down through generations. This isn’t just any daal; it’s a soulful, hearty meal, perfect for a chilly evening or a celebratory gathering. The combination of the soft, flavorful daal and the perfectly textured dhoklis is a culinary masterpiece that's surprisingly easy to recreate.
I’ve always loved cooking. It’s a form of self-expression, a creative outlet, and a way to share love with those around me. Daal Dhokli is one of those recipes that never fails to impress, whether I'm serving it to my family or to friends. The process is incredibly satisfying, from kneading the dough to carefully layering the dhoklis into the simmering daal. The waiting time allows for conversation, for sharing stories, and for creating new memories around the kitchen table, just as it always has. And the final result? A fragrant, flavorful, and deeply satisfying meal that warms the body and the soul. There's nothing quite like sharing this dish with those you love; it’s a culinary embrace, a testament to the power of simple ingredients and a love of cooking.
Beyond the Recipe: Daal Dhokli, for me, is also about tradition. It’s a recipe that connects me to my heritage, to the women who came before me and who taught me the art of cooking. Each step, each ingredient, tells a story, a history woven into the fabric of the dish. The way my grandmother used to patiently roll out the dhoklis, the way she would adjust the spices to suit the season – these are the details that make this recipe so special. And while I’ve adapted the recipe to fit my own kitchen and my own preferences, the heart of the recipe remains the same – a loving tribute to generations of cooks who have shared this dish with those they care about.
More Than Just a Meal: The beauty of Daal Dhokli lies in its versatility. You can easily customize it to your liking. Add spinach for a boost of nutrients, experiment with different spices to create your own signature blend, or adjust the consistency of the daal to your preference. It's a dish that invites experimentation, a canvas for your culinary creativity. But beyond the variations, the core remains: a hearty, wholesome, and deeply satisfying meal that brings people together. And that, in itself, is a priceless ingredient.
A Culinary Journey: In a world of fast-paced living and instant gratification, taking the time to prepare a dish like Daal Dhokli is a welcome retreat. It's an opportunity to slow down, to reconnect with the simple pleasures of cooking, and to appreciate the richness and depth of flavor that comes from using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The result is a dish that nourishes not only the body but also the soul.
So, the next time you're looking for a recipe that combines tradition, comfort, and delicious flavor, give Daal Dhokli a try. It's more than just a meal; it's a journey, a story, and a delicious expression of love, shared around the table.
