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Nagori Dal Recipe: Have you become bore after eating the same lentils? Try the fun recipe of Nagauri Dal. Rajasthani Dhaba Style Nagori Dal Recipe
Samira Vishwas | July 29, 2025 10:24 AM CST

Nagori dal recipe: If you are bored by eating the same lentils, then try to go this time to go to the famous Nagauri dal of Rajasthan. This lentils, known for their early and spicy taste, are found especially on the dhabas.

It is not only rich in protein, but it also has a unique combination of Rajasthani tempering and desi taste. Let us know about the easy recipe to make it at home.

Ingredients (ingredients)

  • Tuar Dal (Arhar Dal) – 1 cup
  • Chickpea lentil – 1/4 cup
  • Red Lentil – 1/4 cup
  • Desi Ghee – 2 tablespoons
  • Asafoetida – 1 pinch
  • Cumin – 1 tsp
  • Dry red chili – 2
  • Onion (finely chopped) – 1
  • Tomato (finely chopped) – 2
  • Ginger-garlic paste- 1 tablespoon
  • Turmeric Powder – 1/2 tsp
  • chilli powder – 1 tsp
  • Coriander powder – 1 tsp
  • Garam Masala – 1/2 tsp
  • Salt – As per taste
  • Green coriander – For garnish

How to make Nagauri Dal – Jaane Step by Step Recipe

step 1:

First of all, wash the three pulses together and soak for 30 minutes.

Step 2:

Now add soaked lentils in the pressure cooker and mix 3 cups of water, turmeric and salt and boil it till 3 whistles.

Step 3:

Now heat ghee in a pan and add asafetida, cumin and dry chili.

Step 4:

When the cumin starts crackling, add onion and fry it till it becomes golden.

Step 5:

Now he put ginger-garlic paste and run 1 minute. After this, add tomatoes, turmeric, red chili, and coriander powder and fry the spices.

Step 6:

When the masala starts releasing oil, add boiled lentils and mix it well.

Step 7:

If needed, add some water and cook the lentils on low flame for 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 8:

Now your Nagauri dal is ready. Serve finely chopped green coriander over it and serve.

Serving tips

  • Serve this dal with roti, tandoori roti, butter naan and cumin rice.
  • You can also add a little butter or cream to it. This increases the taste even more.


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