Dal Makhani (using our Tikka Masala sauce)

This Dal Makhani recipe blends the rich flavors of Rupen's Tikka Masala sauce with hearty lentils for a satisfying and comforting dish. It's simple to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal with family or friends.

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chickpea lentils (chana dal), rinsed and soaked
• 1/2 cup black skin-on lentils (urad dal), rinsed and soaked
• 1 teaspoon salt (for pressure cooking)
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 jar Rupen's Tikka Masala sauce
• 1/2 cup water (to adjust consistency)
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Soak the rinsed chickpea and black lentils in double the amount of water for 4 hours. Pressure cook the lentils in the same water with a teaspoon of salt.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter and sauté the onion, ginger, and garlic.
3. Add the jar of Rupen's Tikka Masala sauce and the cooked lentils, along with the water from the pressure cooker.
4. Mix and cook for 30 minutes on low heat.
5. Add up to 1/2 cup of water and adjust salt to taste.
6. Garnish with cilantro and serve.