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Varan

This dal is a part of daily menu in most Maharashtrian homes. This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.

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Varan

Main IngredientsSplit pigeon pea (toor dal/arhar dal), Turmeric powder
CuisineMaharashtrian
CourseDals and Kadhis
Prep Time1-1.30 hour
Cook time11-15 minutes
Serve4
TasteMild
Level of CookingEasy
OthersVeg

Ingredients list for Varan

  • 1 cup Split pigeon pea (toor dal/arhar dal) soaked for 1 hour
  • ¼ teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon Asafoetida
  • to taste Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Sugar

Method

  1. Pressure cook the pigeon peas with turmeric powder, asafoetida and 3 cups water till 4 whistles are given out.
  2. Open the lid of the cooker once the pressure is completely released.
  3. Mash the peas with a mathni. Add salt and sugar and mix well. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Serve hot with steamed rice.
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