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What is dal elaichi in English?

Published in Indian Cuisine 1 min read

Dal elaichi is a popular Indian dish made with lentils and cardamom. The name translates directly to "lentil with cardamom." Cardamom is a key ingredient that adds a distinct flavor to the dish.

Dal elaichi is often prepared with yellow lentils (moong dal) or chana dal, and it can be served with rice or roti.

Here are some examples of variations of dal elaichi:

  • Chana dal elaichi: Made with split chickpeas and cardamom.
  • Moong dal elaichi: Made with split yellow lentils and cardamom.
  • Dal makhani elaichi: A rich, creamy dal with black lentils, kidney beans, and cardamom.

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