Stuffed Dal Dhokli

Stuffed Dal Dhokli is a dish that you can have any time of the day. It is made by simmering wheat flour squares in sweet, sour, and spicy seasoned lentils.

Ingredients

For the Dal:

• 1 cup toor dal (pigeon peas)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp jaggery (optional)
• 1-2 green chilies, slit
• 1-2 tsp lemon juice
• Water as needed

For the Dough:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tbsp besan (gram flour)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• 1 tbsp oil (optional)

For the Stuffing:

• 1/2 cup besan (gram flour)
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 1-2 tbsp chopped cilantro
• Water as needed to bind

For Tempering:

• 2 tbsp ghee or oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1-2 dried red chilies
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)

Instructions

Prepare the Dal:

1. Cook the Dal: Rinse the toor dal and pressure cook it with turmeric, salt, and water until soft (about 3-4 whistles).
2. Mash and Adjust: Mash the cooked dal, add jaggery, lemon juice, and adjust the consistency with water. Keep aside.

Prepare the Dough:

1. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine whole wheat flour, besan, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
2. Knead the Dough: Gradually add water and knead to form a soft dough. Let it rest for about 15-20 minutes.

Prepare the Stuffing:

1. Mix Stuffing Ingredients: In a bowl, mix besan, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and cilantro. Add a little water to bind it into a dough-like consistency.

Assemble the Dhokli:

1. Divide and Roll: Divide the dough into small balls. Roll each ball into a small disc, place a spoonful of the stuffing in the center, and fold the edges over to seal it. Roll gently to flatten it again.

Cook the Dhokli:

1. Boil the Dal: Bring the dal mixture to a boil in a large pot.
2. Add Dhokli: Carefully drop the stuffed dhoklis into the boiling dal. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until they are cooked through.

Temper the Dish:

1. Heat Ghee/Oil: In a small pan, heat ghee or oil, add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, dried red chilies, and asafoetida. Let them splutter.
2. Pour Over Dhokli: Pour this tempering over the cooked dhoklis in the dal.

Serve

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with a side of yogurt or pickles!

Enjoy your delicious Stuffed Dal Dhokli!