Lauki Chana Dal (Low-Oil Home-Style)
35 minutes
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About Lauki Chana Dal (Low-Oil Home-Style)
Lauki Chana Dal is a simple Indian home-style dish made with bottle gourd and chana dal. It is light, filling, and suitable for everyday meals during a weight loss routine.This low-oil preparation is pressure cooked with basic spices, making it easy to digest and ideal for lunch or a light dinner.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Chana Dal Washed and soaked for 30 minutes
- 1 cup Bottle Gourd Peeled and diced
- 1 tsp Oil
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder Adjust to taste
- 3/4 tsp Salt Or as required
- 2 cups Water For cooking
- 1/2 cup Coriander Leaves chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and soak the chana dal for about 30 minutes. Peel and dice the bottle gourd into small pieces.
Cooking the Dal
- Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add cumin seeds. Let them crackle gently.
- Add soaked chana dal and diced bottle gourd to the cooker.
- Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour in water, stir once, close the lid, and pressure cook for 3 to 4 whistles on medium heat.
Final Steps
- Let the pressure release naturally. Open the lid and lightly mash if a thicker consistency is preferred.
- Sprinkle some coriander. Serve warm as a dal or sabzi-style dish with roti or as a light bowl meal.
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
Bottle gourd is high in water content and fiber, helping you feel full without adding many calories. Chana dal provides plant-based protein and improves satiety.Expert Tips
Soaking the chana dal helps it cook evenly and makes it easier to digest. For an even lighter version, skip tempering and cook everything together.Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat with a little water before serving.Related Posts You May Like
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 186kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 7gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 895mgPotassium: 128mgFiber: 11gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 155IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 122mgIron: 3mg
