40 min
Hands-on time
+ 30 min soaking or marinating first
EasyDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Method
- 1 Soak the chana dal beans for 30 minutes, then add them to a pot along with the potatoes, carrots, and eggplant cut into pieces.
- 2 Add spinach, dill, tomatoes, turmeric powder, chili powder, and water, and simmer for 25 minutes until everything is tender.
- 3 Use a wooden spoon to whisk the mixture until it forms a smooth, thick paste.
- 4 Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger in oil until fragrant and golden brown.
- 5 Pour the sautéed ingredients into the pot with the vegetables and beans, season with salt, and simmer for another 5 minutes. Serve with hot rice.
With an appliance
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Pressure cooker 30 min
Replace step 2: simmer beans, vegetables, and spices under high pressure for 8 minutes, then release pressure naturally for 10 minutes. Open the lid, mash thoroughly, and add the fried onions and garlic from steps 4 and 5 to retain their aroma.