Daal Bati Churma

Daal Bati Churma is a traditional Rajasthani dish featuring spiced lentils, baked wheat balls, and a sweet crumbly mixture. This wholesome meal is both comforting and nutritious, perfect for a hearty supper.

Ingredients

• Toor dal (split pigeon peas) - 100 grams
• Water - 500 ml
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Ghee - 2 tablespoons (for daal)
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Green chili (finely chopped) - 1
• Asafoetida (hing) - a pinch
• Wheat flour - 150 grams (for bati)
• Baking soda - 1/4 teaspoon
• Oil - 2 tablespoons (for bati)
• Warm water - as needed (for dough)
• Powdered sugar - 2 tablespoons (for churma)
• Cardamom powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chopped nuts (almonds, cashews) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Rinse the toor dal under running water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed dal, 500 ml water, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook on medium heat for about 20-25 minutes until the dal is soft and mushy.
2. In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee. Add cumin seeds, grated ginger, chopped green chili, and a pinch of asafoetida. Sauté for a minute and then add this tempering to the cooked dal. Mix well and let it simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine wheat flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and mix until the mixture resembles crumbs. Gradually add warm water to knead into a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a round ball (bati). Place the bati on a baking tray and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
5. For the churma, once the bati is baked, crumble them into a bowl. Add powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and chopped nuts. Mix well until combined.
6. Serve the hot daal in bowls, accompanied by the baked bati and churma on the side. Optionally, drizzle some ghee over the bati before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 82 g
• Fiber: 18 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber from lentils, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in essential vitamins and minerals, contributing to overall well-being.

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