Dal Makhani one of the best Indian food

Dal Makhani is a popular North Indian dish made with black lentils (urad dal) and kidney beans (rajma) cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce with a blend of aromatic spices. Here is a recipe for making Dal Makhani:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole black lentils (urad dal)
• 1/2 cup kidney beans (rajma)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/4 cup cream
• Salt to taste
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Soak the whole black lentils and kidney beans overnight or for at least 6 hours in water.

2. Drain the soaked lentils and beans and add them to a pressure cooker along with 4 cups of water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook on high heat for 2 whistles, then lower the heat and cook for another 20-25 minutes.

3. In a separate pan, heat 3 tablespoons of oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chopped onions and fry until golden brown.

4. Add the ginger-garlic paste and fry for a minute until fragrant.

5. Add the finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and mushy.

6. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

7. Add the cooked lentils and beans to the tomato-based sauce and mix well.

8. Add salt to taste and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes.

9. Add 1/4 cup of cream and mix well. Simmer for another 5 minutes.

10. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with naan or rice.

Enjoy your delicious Dal Makhani!