Easy Dahi Bhalla (Dahi Bara) - Foolproof!

Name: Easy Dahi Bhalla (Dahi Bara) - Foolproof!
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: ¼ cup + 2 tbsp maash ki dal (dhuli urad dal); 2 tbsp chana dal (split gram lentils); 3/4 cup water (for soaking); 1 small garlic clove (roughly chopped); 1/4 inch ginger (roughly chopped); 1/4-1/2 tsp red chili powder; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (add after blending); 3/4 tsp baking powder (See Note 2); Neutral oil (for frying); 2 cups plain whole-milk yogurt; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1/4 cup water; 2 tbsp cane sugar; 1 -1 1/2 tsp chaat masala; 1/4 tsp red chili powder; Tamarind Chutney (Imli Ki Chutney); Mint and Cilantro Green Chutney (Pudina Chutney); 2 tbsp red or sweet onion (quartered and thinly sliced or chopped); chaat masala; red chili powder or paprika (for color); optional toppings

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:20min

Here's an easy-to-follow, foolproof recipe for fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth Dahi Bhalla (or Dahi Bara). This recipe includes troubleshooting tips and tricks to get them soft yet fully cooked inside. Tested to perfection!

Updated at: Tue, 07 Jan 2025 09:22:15 GMT