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A comforting and protein-rich lentil dish from Odisha, made with black gram lentils. This creamy dal is uniquely flavored with ginger and fresh coconut, making it a staple in every Odia household.
For 4 servings
Prepare the dal
Pressure cook the dal
Add coconut and simmer
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This odia recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 150.3 calories per serving with 3.9g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Make the tempering (Chhunka)
Combine and serve
Replace the ghee with coconut oil or any neutral vegetable oil for the tempering.
Omit the ginger. You can add a small piece of chopped raw banana while pressure cooking for a different flavor profile.
Add 1-2 slit green chillies along with the ginger while pressure cooking the dal for a bit of heat.
If you are short on time, you can skip soaking the dal, but you will need to pressure cook it for an additional 2-3 whistles.