Dhansak is a lentil curry with chicken, aromatic and comforting. Its preparation combines spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, creating a delight for the palate. Ideal for lovers of Indian cuisine and its intense flavors. An exquisite option to try at home.
To prepare Dhansak, spices like coriander, cumin, cayenne, mustard, and turmeric are mixed in a saucepan.
Then, the lentils are cooked with water until they boil and are mashed.
In a separate skillet, sauté onion, cumin, chicken, ginger, garlic, and eggplants and cook everything together.
Finally, add the lentils, sprinkle with garam masala, and serve hot.
Dhansak
Ingredients
2 tablespoons of oil
2 teaspoons of cumin
1 chopped onion
8 chicken thighs
1 tablespoon of grated ginger
6 chopped garlic cloves
1 cubed eggplant
1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
1 teaspoon of garam masala
2 teaspoons of ground coriander
1 teaspoon of cayenne
1 teaspoon of mustard
1 teaspoon of turmeric
1 cup of green lentils
2 cups of water
Preparation
Step 1 : In a saucepan, combine two teaspoons of ground coriander, one teaspoon of cumin, cayenne powder, mustard, and turmeric.
Step 2 : Then, add the lentils and cups of water.
Step 3 : Cook the mixture until it boils over high heat, then reduce to low heat and cook for an additional 20 minutes.
Step 4 : Remove from heat and mash the lentils.
Step 5 : In a separate skillet, heat oil and add chopped onion and cumin.
Step 6 : Mix and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 7 : Next, add the chicken, ginger, and cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 8 : Add the garlic, eggplants, salt, and pepper.
Step 9 : Cover the skillet and cook for 20 minutes.
Step 10 : Add the lentils to the skillet, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 11 : Finally, remove from heat, sprinkle with garam masala, adjust the salt, and serve.
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