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Dairy-Free Daal Makhani recipe by Safe Plated

Dairy-Free Daal Makhani

A rich and creamy lentil dish, prepared without dairy.

20m prep + 60m cook4 servings
DAIRY-free
420 cal|20g protein|55g carbs|15g fat|12g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Urad Dal (Black Lentils)
  • 0.25 cup Rajma (Kidney Beans)
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 medium Tomato
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 0.5 cup Coconut Cream
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1Soak urad dal and rajma overnight.
  2. 2In a pressure cooker, combine soaked dal and rajma with 4 cups of water. Pressure cook for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
  3. 3Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. 4Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
  5. 5Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.
  6. 6Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Cook for 2 minutes.
  7. 7Add cooked dal and rajma. Mix well.
  8. 8Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. 9Stir in coconut cream and garnish with cilantro. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Substitutions

Cream →

Provides richness and creamy texture without dairy.

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