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    Panchmel Dal Recipe |Panchratna Dal Recipe

    Published: Nov 22, 2016 Β· Modified: Oct 27, 2022 by Rachna Β·

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    Panchmel Dal or Panchratna dal is a delectable lentil recipe that is bursting with nutrition and flavour. Dal or lentils are an essential part of an Indian vegetarian diet. It is a fantastic source of protein and is made all over the country albeit in different variations.

    panchmel dal

    So panchmel dal as the name suggests is made with a combination of 5 lentils. It is made in Rajasthan and UP (at least in my home).

    Here's this delicious recipe which is high-protein and is perfect for vegans:

    Recipe:

    Ingredients:

    Lentils

    ΒΌ cup split pigeon peas (Tuar/Arhar Dal)
    ΒΌ cup whole green gram (Moong)
    ΒΌ cup split bengal gram (Chana Dal)
    ΒΌ cup split black gram with skin (Split Urad Dal)
    ΒΌ cup whole red lentils (Saboot Masoor Dal)


    1 tsp. turmeric powder
    1 tsp. red chilli powder
    1 tbsp. coriander powder

    1 tsp. cumin powder
    1 tsp. garam masala powder
    Salt to taste
    1 tbsp. ginger paste
    1 tbsp. garlic paste
    2-3 split green chillies
    2 large tomatoes

    For Tadka (Tempering)

    1 tbsp. Ghee (clarified butter)/ Use olive oil for vegan recipe
    1 tsp. cumin seeds
    1 pinch asafoetida
    2-3 dry red chillies
    1 inch piece ginger juliennes
    5-6 cloves garlic minced
    Coriander leaves for garnish

    Method:

    Wash and soak the lentils for 2 hours. Pressure cook them in enough water with ginger garlic paste, split green chillies, tomatoes and turmeric till they are mushy. Keep aside.
    Heat the lentil mix in a large pan/kadhai. If very thick add some water. Now add in the coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder along with salt. Taste and adjust seasoning.
    Prepare the tempering in another pan. Heat ghee or olive oil. Add in cumin, asafoetida and red chillies. Let the cumin sputter. Now add the julienned ginger and minced garlic. Heat for a couple of minutes. Don't let them burn.

    Now tip them in hot Panchmel Dal that is simmering away. Taste and adjust seasoning.

    Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with boiled rice or rotis.

    panchmel dal

    Tip

    1. This dal is served slightly thick and not runny. As you store it, it gets even thicker and tastier as the flavours of the spices get enhanced. So add a little water and adjust seasoning.
    2. If you like your dal mild, you can reduce the quantity of chilli powder or cayenne or do away with it. Trust me, this dal is not very spicy or hot.
    Panchratna dal
    panchmel dal

    Panchmel Dal | Panchratna dal

    Rachna Parmar
    Made with 5 lentils this panchmel dal is a delicious lentil recipe that is high in protein and is perfect for vegans too. Do try this easy recipe.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Cook Time 30 mins
    Soaking time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins
    Course Dal, Main Course
    Cuisine Indian, North Indian | Uttar Pradesh | Punjabi
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 177 kcal
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    Equipment

    • Pressure cooker

    Ingredients
     

    • ΒΌ cup split pigeon peas Tuar/Arhar Dal
    • ΒΌ cup whole green gram Moong
    • ΒΌ cup split bengal gram Chana Dal
    • ΒΌ cup split black gram with skin Split Urad Dal
    • ΒΌ cup whole red lentils Saboot Masoor Dal
    • 1 tsp. turmeric powder
    • 1 tbsp. cayenne
    • 1 tbsp. coriander powder
    • 1 tsp. cumin powder
    • 1 tsp. garam masala powder
    • Salt to taste
    • 1 tsp. ginger paste
    • 1 tbp. garlic paste
    • 2-3 split green chillies
    • 2 large tomatoes

    For Tadka (Tempering)

    • 1 tbsp. Ghee clarified butter/use olive oil for vegan recipe
    • 1 tsp. cumin seeds
    • 1 pinch asafoetida
    • 2-3 dry red chillies
    • 1 inch piece ginger juliennes
    • 5-6 cloves garlic minced
    • Coriander leaves for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Wash and soak the lentils for 2 hours. Pressure cook them in enough water with ginger garlic paste, split green chillies, tomatoes and turmeric till they are mushy. Keep aside.
    • Heat the lentil mix in a large pan/kadhai. If very thick add some water.
    • Now add in the coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder along with salt. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Prepare the tempering in another pan.
    • Heat ghee. Add in cumin, asafoetida and red chillies. Let the cumin sputter.
    • Now add the julienned ginger and minced garlic. Heat for a couple of minutes. Don't let them burn.
    • Now tip them in hot Panchmel Dal that is simmering away. Taste and adjust seasoning.
    • Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with boiled rice or rotis.

    Notes

    1. This dal is served slightly thick and not runny. As you store it, it gets even thicker and tastier as the flavours of the spices get enhanced. So add a little water and adjust seasoning.
    2. If you like your dal mild, you can reduce the quantity of chilly powder or do away with it. Trust me, this dal is not very spicy or hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 10gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 17mgPotassium: 389mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1244IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 5mg
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    Serve this Panchratna dal hot with rotis or rice. It is super tasty and healthy and is a hit at my home.

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    Comments

    1. Nabanita Dhar says

      November 22, 2016 at 11:06 am

      I love paanchmel dal. I like to have it with white rice and some aloo or brinjal fry, bengali style with ghee or butter on top.
      Just that tadka on top is making me drool! I have started making mixed dal for M for her meals at the creche, it doesn't always have all the 5 daals though πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        November 22, 2016 at 12:57 pm

        You can introduce this to her sans the spices and tadka of course. πŸ™‚ The kids at home love this one.

        Reply
    2. Soumya Prasad says

      November 22, 2016 at 12:15 pm

      Thank you for translating the hindi names of the dal. I have such a nightmare trying to figure it out from recipes. Once cooked with tomatoes and masala, they all look the same πŸ˜›

      This recipe sounds easy enough. I love dals that are slightly thick. I've seen some dals in restaurants that run like a stream when poured. Such a turn off!

      That tadka looks so delicious!

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        November 22, 2016 at 12:56 pm

        You're welcome. πŸ™‚

        That is true but this one looks a bit darker than your normal yellow lentils. This does taste good and a bit different from the other dals. Try it and let me know how it turned out.

        Reply
    3. Shilpa Garg says

      November 22, 2016 at 7:43 pm

      This is one of my favourite dal. Have always used the mix dal pack that is available in the stores. Will make it at home now using the proportions of the 5 dals you shared.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        November 23, 2016 at 10:04 am

        Sure. Yes, I've used those pre-mix packs too especially from Patanjali but I prefer making it at home now since the measures are quite simple. πŸ™‚

        Reply
    4. Vidya Sury says

      November 22, 2016 at 7:45 pm

      I love dal! I make this and my folks love it!

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        November 23, 2016 at 10:03 am

        Good to know! It is quite yummy for sure.

        Reply
    5. Shailaja V says

      November 22, 2016 at 10:00 pm

      I love dal. It's the cozy, easy, go-to dish when I am too lazy to cook anything much. (That's pretty much every other day, by the way)

      Anything with garlic in it gets a thumbs-up from me.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        November 23, 2016 at 10:03 am

        πŸ˜€ I love dal too. Who doesn't? This is actually quite delicious and very simple too if you have all the dals at home. Else you can always improvise. πŸ˜‰

        Reply
    6. Vinodini says

      November 22, 2016 at 10:44 pm

      I did not know that this particular mixed dal was called Panchmel dal although I've made it on and off. That's quite a regal name.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        November 23, 2016 at 10:02 am

        hehe Glad to help. Since it is made with 5 dal hence panch - mel. Quite a royal name for sure. πŸ™‚

        Reply
    7. U K says

      November 23, 2016 at 12:19 pm

      Awesome combo.. Heavy and nutritious. πŸ™‚

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      Reply
      • Rachna says

        December 01, 2016 at 12:05 pm

        Thanks. πŸ™‚

        Reply
    8. Sapna says

      November 23, 2016 at 3:09 pm

      That tadka looks awesome! I will try this recipe.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        December 01, 2016 at 12:05 pm

        Thanks. Hope you like it.

        Reply
    9. menaka bharathi says

      November 24, 2016 at 7:06 am

      This is new to me, Panchmel Dhal, let me try. I love dhal - but most often it is in the form of sambhar we take.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        November 24, 2016 at 7:07 am

        Yes, this is a North Indian recipe. Maybe you'll enjoy it for a change.

        Reply
    10. Shilpa Gupte says

      November 24, 2016 at 5:24 pm

      Hey, I love this dal! My mom makes too. We call it the "panch misali varan" in marathi. And, Rachna, my mum makes a real sweet and yummy accompaniment with this dal. She mixes wheat atta and jaggery and kneads this into a thick dough, so thick so that can roll it into balls and steam those in the cooker. We then eat these wheat atta sweet balls along with the dal instead of chapatis. The whole recipe is like a delicacy for me and my bro. You must try it. It tastes heavenly. Next time I go home I am going to request mum to make it. πŸ™‚
      Thanks love, for this very special recipe! <3

      Reply
    11. Tina Basu says

      March 20, 2017 at 12:14 pm

      I completely am in love with dal - all kinds of dal, its a great way to add protein intake in your diet. Love the recipe.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        March 20, 2017 at 12:26 pm

        Thanks, Tina.

        Reply

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