Soft, Yummy, Creamy Dahi Bhalla

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Preeti Kalia (@hobbi_espassion)

A classic North Indian dish, Dahi Bhalla is a must-have in any dining experience. This recipe features soft and creamy bhallas with minimal spices and ingredients.

Prep Time
5hr 0min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
5hr 30min
Soft, Yummy, Creamy Dahi Bhalla recipe

Ingredients

12 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bhalla)

For Bhallas

  • 1/2cup
    yellow moong dal
  • 1cup
    urad dal
  • 1tbsp
    cashew, chopped
  • 1tbsp
    ginger, grated
  • 1/2tsp
    cumin seeds
  • 1tsp
    salt
  • 1/2tsp
    black pepper powder
  • 1/2tsp
    cooking soda

For Serving

  • 2cup
    beaten curd
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2tsp
    roasted cumin seeds powder
  • 1/2tsp
    red chilli powder
  • 2tbsp
    sweet tamarind chutney
  • 1tbsp
    green chutney
  • coriander leaves, chopped
  • fresh pomegranate seeds

How to make Soft, Yummy, Creamy Dahi Bhalla

Preparing the Bhallas

  1. Wash the yellow moong dal and urad dal thoroughly and soak them in 3 cups of water for 4 hours.

  2. Drain the water and grind the dal in a mixer.

  3. Add chopped cashew, grated ginger, cumin seeds, salt, and black pepper powder to the ground dal.

  4. Whisk the mixture for 4-5 minutes or add cooking soda to skip the hard work.

  5. Deep fry small portions of the batter on low to medium heat until golden.

  6. Soak the fried bhallas in hot water for half an hour.

Serving the Dahi Bhalla

  1. Drain water from the bhallas and set them in a serving dish.

  2. Add beaten curd over the bhallas.

  3. Sprinkle salt, roasted cumin seeds powder, and red chilli powder.

  4. Drizzle sweet tamarind chutney and green chutney over the curd.

  5. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and fresh pomegranate seeds.

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a softer texture, ensure the dals are soaked well and whisked properly.

  2. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.

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