Hyderabadi Veg Dalcha Recipe

Dalcha is traditionally made with mutton, but this Veg Dalcha recipe replaces the meat with vegetables to create a delicious vegetarian version. This Veg Dalcha recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your taste preferences.

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This popular South Indian recipe is made with lentils, vegetables, and a blend of aromatic spices that make it a hearty and satisfying meal. Veg Dalcha is a perfect dish for any occasion, be it a weekday dinner or a special occasion.

Here we will walk you through the steps to make the perfect Veg Dalcha recipe, along with some tips to make it even better.

INGREDIENTS :

For dal

• 1 cup of Toor dal (split pigeon peas)
• 1/2 cup of Chana dal (split Bengal gram)
• 1 chopped onion
• 2-3 green chilies
• 2 cups of water
• 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder
• Salt to taste

For Dalcha

• 2 tbsp of oil
• 1 tsp of mustard seeds
• 1 tsp of cumin seeds
• 1 black cardamom
• 3-4 green cardamom
• 1 Star anise
• 1 stick cinnamon
• 3-4 dried red chili
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 chopped onions
• 2 finely chopped green chilies
• 1 tsp of ginger-garlic paste
• 3 chopped tomatoes
• 1 chopped bottle gourd
• 1 tsp of red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp of Cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp of Coriander powder
• A pinch of asafoetida (Hing)
• 1/2 tsp of garam masala powder
• 2 tbsp shredded coconut
• Water as required
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp tamarind pulp
• 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves
• Coriander leaves for garnishing

Steps for Veg Dalcha recipe :

Firstly, wash and soak the toor dal and chana dal in water for at least 30 minutes.

In a pressure cooker, add the soaked dal, 1 chopped onion, 2-3 green chilies, 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder, 2 cups of water, and salt to taste. Cook for 4-5 whistles or until the dal is cooked well.

Once the pressure is released, mash the dal well and set it aside.

Now in a pan, heat 2 tbsp of oil and 1 tsp of mustard seeds, 1 tsp of cumin seeds, 1 black cardamom, 3-4 green cardamom, 1 star anise, and 1 stick cinnamon.

Then add 3-4 dried red chili and 2 bay leaves. Saute for a few seconds.

After that, add 2 chopped onions and 2 finely chopped green chilies and saute until the onions turn translucent.

Then add 1 tsp of ginger-garlic paste and saute until the raw smell goes away.

Now add 3 chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.

After that, add 1 chopped bottle gourd and mix well.

Then add 1 tsp of red chili powder, 1/2 tsp of cumin powder, 1/2 tsp of coriander powder, a pinch of asafoetida (hing), and 1/2 tsp of garam masala powder. Mix well.

Add 2 tbsp shredded coconut and mix it properly.

Then add water as per requirement and salt to taste. Cook the vegetables by covering the pan with a lid.

Now add the mashed dal and 2 tbsp tamarind pulp to the cooked vegetables. Mix well and cook it.

Lastly, add 1 tsp dried fenugreek leaves and mix it.

The Veg Dalcha is ready. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Serve the Veg Dalcha hot with steamed rice or roti for a comforting and satisfying meal.

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