Wednesday, August 29, 2018

Essence of PaniPuri Daal

This one is straight out of my head and an obsessive compulsion to use leftovers in the fridge!

Leftovers
500 ml Panipuri water (every locality in India has their own variation - make your own or try the Tarla Dalal one :))
1 Tablespoon Sweet Chutney (Raisins/Sultanas, Dates, Dried Figs, Tamarind paste, cumin seed powder, red chilli powder - pressure cooked and blended. Ingredients can be selected based on preference)
1 Tablespoon Panipuri masala (Combination of Red Chilli powder, Blacksalt, Coriander powder -equal parts)

Other Ingredients
1 Onion
4-5 Garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon Ginger finely chopped
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil (canola, rice bran or peanut)
1 Cup (300 ml) Mixed Lentils (can also use left over panipuri stuffing)
3 Cups water

Method
1. Combine the mixed lentils and water in a pressure cooker and cook until 3 whistles and keep aside.
2. Heat the oil in a dish.
3. Add the chopped onions and cook till brown.
3. Add  chopped garlic and ginger and mix well for about 2 minutes.
4. Add the panipuri masala and mix well.
5. Add the Panipuri water and bring to boil.
6. Add the sweet chutney and stir well.
7. Add the cooked lentils.
8. Let it simmer for at least 5-10 minutes (or more until desired consistency is achieved).
9. There is so much flavour in this dish that you do not need a garnish or tadka.
10. Serving suggestion - this dish can be had on its own (very hearty like a shorba or soup) or with some plain rice.

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