Pakistani Maash Ki Dal (Urad Dal) is an undeniable staple, despite not being cooked as frequently as other lentils in our house. It boasts a regal tenderness, infused into its creamy texture. It is simple to make, yet packed copiously with flavor.

WHAT IS URAD DAL?

Name: Pakistani Maash Ki Dal (Urad Dal)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 460 min
Ingredients: 1 cup maash dal (urad ki dal); 2 cup water (pani); 1 tsp salt (namak); ½ tsp red chili powder (peesi huwi lal mirchi); 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste (adrak lehsun ka paste); ¼ cup olive oil (tal); ½ onion (thinly sliced) (pyaz); 1 medium tomato (finely chopped) (tamatar); 1 serrano pepper or green pepper (chopped) (hari mirch); 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste (adrak lehsun ka paste ); ½ tsp cumin seeds (zeera); 4 black peppercorns (sabut kali mirch); 3 cloves (long); 2 green cardamom (hari elachi); 2 dried long red pepper (cut into little pieces) (sukhi lal mirch); 2 pinches salt (namak); 1 tsp coriander powder (dhanya powder); ½ tsp red chili powder (peesi huwi lal mirch); fresh cilantro (taza dhanya); ginger (julienne) (adrak); ½ tsp fresh lemon juice (taz lemo ka rus); ¼ tsp garam masala powder (peesa huwa garam masala )

Urad Dal is split and skinned black gram lentils which are off-white/ivory-colored. Their color is owed to the black skins of the urad dal being taken off. However, there are other lentils which are made with the skin left on, such as makhani dal. Urad Dal, despite being a great dish on its own, is a critical ingredient in other dishes as well; Maash ki Dal is a prime example. This recipe is gluten-free, fantastic for meal-prep, and is a classic vegetarian delight.

"This daal recipe is simple, easy and so quick to make, and the plus point is you can’t stop eating it. Just too good, loved the recipe."

Maria

WHAT IS MAASH KI DAL?

Made with Urad white lentils, this Punjabi-style dal recipe is made using both an Instant Pot and the stovetop to create a deeply flavorful Maash ki dal. It is packed with warm spices and fresh ginger. This is one of the easiest Pakistani Dinner recipes like Instant Pot Whole Masoor Dal and Moong and Masoor Dal.

FAQS

Is Urad and Maash ki dal the same?

Urad/Maash ki Dal is split and skinned black gram lentils. It's off-white/ivory colored. They are same, in some regions it is called Urad and in others Maash.

Can Maash ki dal be made on a stovetop only?

Yes, just increase the cooking time.

Is it really necessary to soak the dal?

Soak the dal to increase the size, decrease cooking time, and it gets softer.

INGREDIENTS

Instant Pot

Maash Dal- Urad ki dal
Water- Pani
Salt- Namak
Red chili powder- Peesi huwi lal mirchi
Ginger garlic paste- Adrak lehsun ka paste
Olive oil- Tal
Cumin seeds- Zeera
Black peppercorns- Sabut kali mirch
Cloves- Long
Dried long red pepper- Sukhi lal mirch
Onion- Pyaz
Julienned Ginger- Adrak
Serrano pepper or green pepper -Hari mirch
Tomato- Tamatar
Coriander powder- Peesa hua dhanya
Green Cardamom- Hari Elachi
Fresh Cilantro- Taza dhanya
Fresh Lemon Juice- Lemo Ka Rus
Garam Masala Powder- Peesa Huwa Garam Masala

HOW TO MAKE MASH KI DAAL?

It should look like this that means it's ready to cook.

Transfer the dal in the instant pot. Bring the dal and water to a boil.

Once it starts boiling then add ginger garlic paste, salt, and red chili powder and mix well then pressure it.

It should look like this. Drain the water out and then set aside.

Add whole spices and let it sizzle for 20 seconds.

Next add ginger garlic paste and green pepper and mix well.

Garnish with lemon juice, cilantro and ginger.

Let's Make Pakistani Maash Ki Dal (Urad Dal)!!!

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5 from 3 votes

Pakistani Maash Ki Dal (Urad Dal)

Pakistani Maash Ki Dal (Urad Dal) is cooked together with spice, and seasoning to give you an unique flavor.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time35 mins

Resting Time7 hrs

Total Time7 hrs 40 mins

Course: Main

Cuisine: Pakistani

Keyword: maash ki dal, pakistani dal, urad ki dal

Servings: people

Calories:

Author: Sarah Mirza

Equipment

Instant Pot