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A classic Parsi dish where tender chicken is slow-cooked with a medley of lentils and vegetables. This sweet, sour, and spicy curry is a hearty one-pot meal, best enjoyed with caramelized brown rice.
Prepare and Cook the Dal and Vegetables
Blend the Dal Mixture
Prepare the Chicken Masala Base
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A classic Parsi dish where tender chicken is slow-cooked with a medley of lentils and vegetables. This sweet, sour, and spicy curry is a hearty one-pot meal, best enjoyed with caramelized brown rice.
This indian recipe takes 85 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 587.77 calories per serving with 44.28g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Cook the Spices
Combine and Simmer the Dhansak
Finish and Garnish
Replace the chicken with 400g of paneer cubes or a mix of hearty vegetables like carrots, French beans, and cauliflower. Add the paneer or vegetables in the last 10 minutes of simmering.
Substitute chicken with 500g of mutton pieces. Pressure cook the mutton with the masala base before adding the dal puree, as it requires a longer cooking time.
Increase the amount of green chilies and red chili powder. You can also add a pinch of garam masala at the end for extra warmth.
For a richer, creamier finish, stir in 2-3 tablespoons of fresh cream or full-fat coconut milk just before serving. Do not boil after adding cream.
The combination of chicken and a variety of lentils provides a high-quality protein boost, essential for muscle building, tissue repair, and overall body function.
With a base of lentils and vegetables like pumpkin, this dish is rich in dietary fiber, which aids digestion, promotes gut health, and helps in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
The complex carbohydrates from the lentils are digested slowly, providing a steady release of energy and helping you feel full and satisfied for longer.
This one-pot meal is packed with essential nutrients. Pumpkin provides Vitamin A, tomatoes offer antioxidants like lycopene, and lentils are a good source of iron and folate.
Yes, Chicken Dhansak is a well-balanced and nutritious meal. It's rich in protein from chicken and lentils, high in fiber from vegetables and dals, and provides complex carbohydrates for sustained energy. Using ghee in moderation provides healthy fats.
One serving of this Chicken Dhansak (approximately 1.5 cups or 380g) contains around 450-550 calories. This can vary based on the cut of chicken used and the amount of ghee.
Dhansak masala is a unique Parsi spice blend that gives the dish its characteristic flavor. It typically includes spices like coriander, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and star anise. While you can buy it pre-made, homemade versions offer a fresher taste.
Absolutely. Use the 'Sauté' function to cook the onions, aromatics, and chicken. Then add the dal puree and other ingredients, and pressure cook on 'High' for 8-10 minutes, followed by a natural pressure release.
Store leftover Dhansak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of hot water to loosen the consistency as it will have thickened.
If your Dhansak is too thin, you can simmer it uncovered for a little longer to allow some of the excess liquid to evaporate. The lentils should naturally make it quite thick, so ensure you used the correct dal-to-water ratio in the beginning.