Authentic Dal Makhni Recipe | GHAR DI THAALI

Authentic Dal Makhni recipe with slow-cooked lentils, butter and spices. Easy steps for creamy, rich dhaba-style flavour at home.

December 2 , 2025

Dal Makhni is one of the most iconic dishes of Punjabi cuisine — rich, buttery and full of homely nostalgia. This recipe helps you make perfect creamy Dal Makhni at home, with authentic smoky flavour just like dhabas.

Ingredients Required

• Whole black urad dal – 1 cup

• Kidney beans (rajma) – ¼ cup

• Onions – 2 finely chopped

• Tomatoes – 3 pureed

• Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tbsp

• Kashmiri red chilli – 1 tsp

• Garam masala – ½ tsp

• Fresh cream – 4 tbsp

• Butter – 3 tbsp

• Salt – to taste

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Soaking

Rinse and soak urad dal and rajma overnight.

2. Pressure Cooking

Pressure cook the dal and rajma with salt until soft and mushy.

3. Making the Gravy

In a pan, heat butter. Add onions, ginger-garlic paste and sauté. Add pureed tomatoes, chilli and garam masala. Cook until aromatic.

4. Combining

Add cooked dal mixture into the gravy and stir on low flame. Slow simmering helps develop the creamy texture.

5. Finishing

Add cream and butter during the last 5 minutes for rich flavour.

Tips for Getting Smoky Dhaba Taste

• Cook on low flame for longer – ideal is 45–60 minutes.
• Add a piece of charcoal on a small bowl inside the dal, pour ghee over it and close the lid for 2 minutes.
• Use Kashmiri red chilli for colour without too much heat.

Serving Suggestions

• Butter naan

• Garlic naan

• Jeera rice

• Lachha paratha

Nutrition Information (Approx. Per Serving)

Nutrient	Value
Calories	310
Protien	13g
Carbs	34g
Fats	14g

Final Thoughts – Dal Makhni isn’t just a recipe — it’s comfort in every bite. Try it for special occasions, family dinners or weekend indulgence.

Comment below if you tried this recipe — we would love to hear how it turned out!