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Punjabi Dhaba Mixed Dal
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating — nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱15 minsPrep Time
🔥35 minsCook Time
⏰50 minsTotal Time
👥4Serves
protein-richgeneral-healthy
A mix of lentils cooked soft and finished with a bold onion-tomato-garlic temper — the kind of dal that tastes like a highway dhaba, with home oil control.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Cook mixed dals soft with turmeric; mash lightly.
2
Fry cumin, onion, ginger-garlic and tomato until thick.
3
Combine; simmer. Finish with kasuri methi and coriander.
Nutrition per serving
195kcal
Protein11g
Carbohydrates26g
Fat5g
Fibre7g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Multiple lentils diversify protein and fibre. A measured temper delivers dhaba aroma without excess oil.
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Pro Tips
- →Cut chana dal smaller cook time by soaking it.
- →Masala must cook until oil flecks.
- →Keep slightly thick.
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Variations
- 1Add butter dollop at end.
- 2Dhungar smoke optional.
Frequently Asked Questions
Equal parts toor, moong, masoor + a little chana works well.
Reduce chilli; dhaba style is bold but adjustable.
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