Rajasthani Dal Baati Churma

Rajasthani Dal Baati Churma is a traditional and iconic dish from the royal state of Rajasthan, India. This hearty and flavorful meal consists of three components - dal (lentil curry), baati (baked wheat rolls), and churma (sweet crumbled bread). It's a perfect combination of spicy, savory, and sweet flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Rajasthani Dal Baati Churma

Ingredients

  • For Dal: <ul class="ingredientTags"> 1 cup mixed lentils
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • Spices: turmeric, cumin, coriander, red chili powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dal by boiling mixed lentils with onions, tomatoes, and spices until soft and creamy.
  2. For baati, mix whole wheat flour with ghee, ajwain, and salt. Form into small balls and bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.
  3. To make churma, crumble the baked baati and mix with ghee, jaggery, and cardamom powder.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large cooking pot Baking tray Mixing bowls

Tools

Oven Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Rajasthani Dal Baati Churma hot, garnished with fresh coriander and accompanied by a side of tangy pickle and cool yogurt.

Tips & tricks

Tip: To enhance the flavor, you can add a dollop of ghee on top of the hot baati before serving.

Cost

$10