diabetic-friendly
Punjabi Chana Dal
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱40 minsPrep Time
🔥30 minsCook Time
⏰70 minsTotal Time
👥4Serves
diabetic-friendlyprotein-rich
Soaked Bengal gram cooked until soft but holding shape, finished with a Punjabi onion-tomato tadka. Nutty, filling, everyday dal.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Pressure-cook soaked chana dal with turmeric until soft.
2
Sauté cumin, onion, ginger-garlic and tomato with spices.
3
Mix into dal; simmer. Finish with garam masala and coriander.
Nutrition per serving
190kcal
Protein10g
Carbohydrates26g
Fat5g
Fibre7g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Chana dal’s slow carbs and high fibre suit steadier energy plates. Keep temper oil measured.
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Pro Tips
- →Soak for even cooking.
- →Don’t cook to complete mush unless you prefer it.
- →Adjust water for thick gravy.
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Variations
- 1Add spinach.
- 2Temper with ghee and dried chilli.
Frequently Asked Questions
Soak longer; cook more whistles.
Roti, rice, or millet.
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