🌿 Vegetarian Punjab Lunch

Punjabi Langar Dal Gurdwara Community Simple Wholesome

Simple toor dal cooked in enormous quantities at Gurdwara community kitchens — the democratic preparation that is served freely to all visitors regardless of religion or status.

Prep10 min
🍳Cook30 min
🕐Total40 min
👥Serves4
📊LevelEasy
Punjabi Langar Dal Gurdwara Community Simple Wholesome
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Method

  1. 1

    Wash both dals together. Pressure cook with 3.5 cups water, turmeric and finely chopped tomato for 5 whistles until completely soft.

  2. 2

    Whisk lightly. Season with salt.

  3. 3

    For tempering: heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add cumin — sizzle.

  4. 4

    Add finely chopped onion. Cook on medium for 8 minutes until golden.

  5. 5

    Add ginger-garlic paste. Cook 2 minutes. Add red chilli powder and coriander powder. Cook 2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Pour the entire tempering over the dal. Stir.

  7. 7

    Garnish with fresh coriander.

  8. 8

    This is intentionally simple dal — humble, nourishing and made with dignity for everyone who comes to eat.

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