Chana Dal Achaar is a tangy, spicy indian pickle made with split bengal gram. It’s perfect as a side with rice, parathas, or rotis, adding flavor and a protein boost to your meal.

Ingredients:

· 1 cup chana dal (split bengal gram)

· 2 tbsp mustard seeds

· 1 tsp fenugreek seeds (methi seeds)

· 1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)

· ½ tsp asafoetida (hing)

· 2–3 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

· ¼ cup mustard oil

· 1 tsp turmeric powder

· ½ tsp salt (or to taste)

· 2–3 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar (for tanginess)

· Optional: 1–2 green chilies, chopped

Method:

1 Roast the Chana Dal

· Heat a pan on medium flame.

· Dry roast the chana dal until golden and aromatic.

· Allow it to cool completely.

2 Prepare the Spice Mix

· In a grinder, coarsely grind mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and fennel seeds.

· Keep the powder aside.

3 Tempering

· Heat mustard oil in a pan until smoking (this removes raw flavor).

· Reduce flame and add asafoetida and turmeric powder.

· Stir for a few seconds, then turn off the heat.

4 Mix the Pickle

· In a bowl, combine roasted chana dal, spice mix, red chili powder, and salt.

· Pour the tempered mustard oil over the mixture.

· Add lemon juice or vinegar for tanginess.

· Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.

5 Store

· Transfer the pickle to a clean, dry jar.

· Let it marinate for 1–2 days to develop flavor.

· Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Tips:

· Use fresh roasted chana dal for crunchiness.

· Adjust chili and tanginess according to your taste.

· Avoid moisture in the jar to prevent spoilage.

 

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G GOWTHAM

28/09/2025 06:59 PM