Authentic Dal Makhani (Creamy Indian Black Lentils)
A rich and velvety North Indian classic made with black lentils and kidney beans slow-simmered in a buttery, spiced tomato-cream sauce. This hearty and comforting dal is perfect served over steamed basmati rice or with warm naan for two.
- Time: 60 min
- Servings: 2
Source: TheRandomRecipe
Ingredients
- whole black lentils , soaked overnight and drained
- red kidney beans , soaked overnight and drained
- water
- tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- tablespoon vegetable oil
- small onion, finely diced
- garlic, minced
- tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- can crushed tomatoes
- teaspoon ground cumin
- teaspoon garam masala
- teaspoon ground coriander
- teaspoon chili powder
- teaspoon ground turmeric
- teaspoon salt, or to taste
- heavy cream
- tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish