Dudhi Chana Dal with Jeera Rice

Recipes, Veg Recipes

Comforting, nourishing, and perfect for everyday meals.
A gentle North Indian dal-sabzi combination.
Bottle Gourd cooked with Chana Dal and MH12 spices, served with jeera Indrayani rice.
Made with: Goda Masala, Turmeric Powder, Dhaniya-Jeera Powder by MH12 Foods.
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Serves: 2–4 people

Rice note: This version uses Indrayani rice.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups mixed vegetables / main veg (as per recipe)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder (adjust)
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp oil or ghee
  • MH12 Goda Masala – 1 tsp (or to taste)
  • MH12 Turmeric Powder / Haldi Powder – 1 tsp (or to taste)

Method

  1. Heat oil/ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  2. Add onion (if using), ginger and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add tomatoes and cook until soft and oil starts to separate.
  4. Stir in MH12 masala(s) and remaining spices. Cook 30–60 seconds.
  5. Add the main ingredient (veg/meat/eggs) and cook until well coated.
  6. Add a splash of water if needed and simmer until cooked through and the gravy reaches your preferred consistency.
  7. Serve hot with Jeera Indrayani Rice. Fresh coriander (optional), lemon wedge

MH12 products used

  • Goda Masala
  • Turmeric Powder / Haldi Powder

Tip: Adjust chilli and salt to taste. For a richer finish, add a small knob of ghee before serving.