PUNJABI TADKA DAL

Dal Tadka is an evergreen, popular and classic North Indian lentil dish made with tuvar dal (split pigeon peas) or a mix of lentils, cooked until creamy and infused with a flavorful tempering (tadka) of oil or ghee, cumin, garlic, red chillies and herbs, served hot with rice or roti. Slightly spicy, and deeply flavorful, my Restaurant Style Dal Tadka recipe brings the magic of eating out right into your home. In this step-by-step recipe, I’ll introduce you to the dhungar smoking method to give your traditional lentil curry with the authentic restaurant style taste you crave.