Lahori Chana Dal

Description

Lahori Chana Dal

Every taste of the hearty, slow-simmered Lahori Chana Dal café favorite offers warmth, depth, and a hint of spice.
Aromatic masala and creamy lentils combine to create a heartfelt dish that feels familiar, sophisticated, and ideal for a high-end café experience.

Key Ingredients

• Chana dal, onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, green chilies, cumin seeds, coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, kasuri methi, ghee, fresh coriander

Quick-Made Recipe

1. Boil chana dal until soft yet holding shape, then set aside.

2. Heat ghee and temper cumin seeds until fragrant and lightly toasted.

3. Sauté onions, ginger, garlic, and green chilies until golden.

4. Add tomatoes and spices, cooking until the masala turns rich.

5. Stir in dal, simmer gently, and finish with kasuri methi and coriander.

Lahori Chana Dal is made at Avayacafe as an homage to classic North Indian comfort, striking a balance between robust flavor and calming texture for thoughtful café dining. This meal, which was inspired by Lahore’s culinary customs, honors slow cooking, fragrant spices, and basic ingredients that are handled with care. The dal has a smooth, velvety mouthfeel that is incredibly delicious and is creamy without being heavy. You are invited to calm down and enjoy the subtle heat, earthy lentil overtones, and lingering warmth that each spoonful reveals. Warm and fresh, it goes well with soft rotis, steamed rice, or lightly buttered pav. It can be served for lunch, dinner, or casual café get-togethers. Avayacafe ensures that comfort food feels refined and friendly by presenting this staple with clean plating and high quality.Both traditional palates and contemporary eaters looking for wholesome meals will find the flavors intriguing because they are rich but approachable. This meal embodies Avayacafe’s idea of providing balance, sincerity, and emotional warmth through food that comforts without going overboard. Lahori Chana Dal is never hurried; it is carefully cooked to allow the spices and lentils to spontaneously harmonize. It is perfect for those looking for healthy vegetarian options that are both decadent and grounding. With each bite, the taste brings a serene sense of fulfillment, while the perfume awakens memories. It provides a break in a hectic day, whether it is shared at the table or enjoyed in private.This dish, carefully prepared for today’s café culture, serves as a reminder at Avayacafe that genuine comfort is found in simplicity, patience, and honest flavors. The familiar delight of slow-cooked lentils, deep spices, and a warm, inviting café setting that always feels like home is what draws customers back time and time again with each serving of consistency, warmth, and care.