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Dal dhokli is a sweet, spicy, tangy, and protein-rich instant pot meal. It is one more addition to your everyday one-pot menu.

It tastes best when served warm or piping hot. Top with chopped coriander leaves, a sprinkle of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lastly drizzle some ghee on top. So delightful!

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Dal Dhokli is a traditional dish from Gujrati cuisine. This Gujrati dish is an Indian instant pasta with lentil soup. It is a protein-rich meal with Indian spices. As it is a Gujrati dish, it has a sweet and sour taste.

"Varan phal or Chakolya" is my favorite Maharashtrian one-pot meal. Preparations and ingredients in making Chakolya and Dal Dhokli are a little different. It has dal, whole wheat strips (sort of Indian pasta). It's a dish that you can have any time of the day.

The dish has so many names and is cooked in various parts of the country with their local variations:

Dal Dhokli is a Rajasthan/ Gujarati name.
Dal Pithi-Bihar
Varan Phal- Maharashtrian
It is also known as Indian Pasta

Try this authentic Dal Dhokli recipe this weekend without fail.
Preparation Time: 20 Minutes; Rolling and Cooking Time: 20 Minutes.
Each Serving of Dal Dhokli Contains 315 Calories.

Ingredients:

To Make Dal:

½ Cup Toor dal/Split Pigeon Peas, rinsed and drained
2 Tbsp Oil(you can use ghee too)
½ Tsp Mustard seeds
½ Tsp Cumin seeds
1 Stick Cinnamon
3 Cloves
4-5 Dried Red chilies
¼ Tsp Asafetida/Hing
10-12 Curry leaves
3-4 Green Chilies
1 Tomato, chopped
1 Tsp Turmeric
1 Tsp Ginger, grated
1 Tomato, diced
1 Tbsp Red chili powder
1 Tsp Coriander Powder
1 Tsp Cumin Powder
Salt to taste
1 Tbsp Jaggery
2 Tbsp Peanuts
4 cups water
¼ Cup Coriander leaves/cilantro, chopped for garnish

To Make Dhokli:

1½ Cups Whole Wheat flour
2 Tbsp Besan(Chickpea flour)
1 Tsp Turmeric
1 Tsp Kashmiri Red chili powder
1 Tsp Coriander Powder
1 Tsp Cumin Powder
1 Tsp Carom Seeds
Salt to taste
1 Tbsp Oil
1 cup water or as needed

Instructions:

To Cook Dal in the Instant Pot:

Turn on the sauté mode of the Instant Pot and heat 2 Tbsp of oil.
Splutter cumin and mustard seeds, and add cinnamon stick, cloves, green chilies, dried red chilies, curry leaves, and mix well.
Now add washed toor dal(Split Pigeon Peas), peanuts, tomatoes, red chili powder, turmeric, coriander-cumin powder, asafoetida, jaggery, and salt.
Mix everything well.
Add 2 cups of water, give it a quick stir, and close the lid of the Instant Pot.
Place the valve in the sealing position.
Pressure Cook on manual mode(Hi) for 5 minutes followed by Natural Pressure Release.

To Make the Dhokli:

In a mixing bowl add whole wheat flour, besan, salt, carom seeds, red chili powder, turmeric, coriander-cumin powder, asafoetida, salt to taste, and 1 Tsp oil.
Mix everything well.
Use water as needed to make a firm yet pliable dough.
Add oil and knead the dough well.
Cover and keep aside for 5-10 minutes.
Using flour, roll the dough balls into 10-12 inch thin circles.
Using a knife, cut each rolled circle into 1-inch squares or dhoklis.
Put the cut dough pieces on a plate.

To Make Dal Dhokli:

Open the lid of the Instant Pot after the pressure has released naturally.
Turn Instant pot to sauté mode.
Using the back of a spatula or a masher, mash the dal.
Add 2 cups of water, mix well, and bring the dal to a gentle boil.
Add the dough squares to the dal and mix gently.
Close the lid of the Instant Pot and place the pressure valve in the sealing position.
Pressure Cook on Manual Mode(Hi) for 2 minutes followed by Quick Release.
Mix the Daal Dhokli, add ghee 1-2 Tbsp(Optional).
Lastly, garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Healthy and soothing Dal Dhokli is ready to serve. Enjoy!!!

Tips:

If needed add water and adjust the consistency of dal as required(The dal thickens once cooled).
You can cut the dhokli in diamond or square shapes.
Adding jaggery will enhance the flavor of dal, so don't skip adding it.
To make dal dhokli healthier you can add veggies like spinach, carrots, peas, beans, etc.
The dal for Dal Dhokli should be watery. The dough will absorb the water and thicken the dal.

Dietary Comment:

The calorie count is based on 2000 calories.
Per serving contains 315 calories, along with 37.1 g carbohydrates, 8.1 g dietary fiber, 15 g fats, and 12.3 g protein.
Portion size can always be increased or decreased depending on your health goals and activity level.
(Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used).

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Good Time To Eat:

It is good to eat Dal Dhokli for lunch, brunch, or for dinner.

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