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Dal Makhani

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9/10

Black lentils slow-cooked overnight with butter and cream — Punjabi soul food.

Lentils Curry Home Cook Friendly V Vegetarian N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

24-hour simmering breaks lentils into creamy base; butter and cream added at end for richness.

Key Ingredients

black urad dal kidney beans butter cream tomatoes ginger garlic garam masala

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