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– Today, we’re going to dive into the rich and flavorful world of Sindhi cuisine with a recipe for Dal Pakwan, a traditional breakfast dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients:
– For the dal:
– 1 cup chana dal (split Bengal gram)
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1 tomato, chopped
– 2 green chilies, finely chopped
– 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
– 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
– 1 tsp red chili powder
– 1 tsp coriander powder
– 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
– 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
– 2-3 curry leaves
– Salt to taste
– Water
– For the pakwan:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
– 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
– 1/2 tsp red chili powder
– Salt to taste
– Water
– Oil for frying
Recipe:
1. Rinse the chana dal and soak it in water for 2-3 hours.
2. Drain the dal and boil it in a pressure cooker with 2-3 cups of water, salt, and turmeric powder until it is soft and mushy.
3. In a separate pan, heat some oil and add the cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.
4. Add the chopped onions, green chilies, and ginger-garlic paste, and sauté until the onions are golden brown.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes, red chili powder, and coriander powder, and cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil separates.
6. Add the cooked dal to the pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
For the pakwan:
1. In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, ajwain, cumin seeds, red chili powder, and salt.
2. Knead the mixture into a stiff dough using water.
3. Divide the dough into small balls and roll them out into thin discs.
4. Heat oil in a pan and fry the pakwan until they are crisp and golden brown.
Serve the dal with the crispy pakwan and garnish with fresh coriander leaves, chopped onions, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
I hope you enjoy making and eating this delightful Dal Pakwan recipe. Stay tuned for more mouth-watering recipes from Priyashiis Kitchen!