Dal Baati Churma
A classic Rajasthani platter of baked wheat baati, spiced lentils, and sweet churma.
Dal Baati Churma
ByKavitha
Quick Info
- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredient Substitutes
- Wheat flour ā Bajra flour
Ingredients
- 2 cups wheat flour
- Ghee
- Salt
- Mixed lentils (toor, chana, moong)
- Turmeric
- Cumin
- Garlic
- Jaggery
- Cardamom
Instructions
- Knead wheat flour with ghee and salt; shape into balls.
- Bake baati until golden and hard.
- Cook mixed lentils with spices into dal.
- Crush baked baati with ghee and jaggery to make churma.
- Serve baati dipped in ghee with dal and churma.
Tips & Variations
Baati should be crisp outside | Ghee is essential for authentic taste | Dal should be medium thick
You will love it
Dal Baati Churma is the most iconic dish of rajasthan, consisting of hard baked wheat balls (baati), served with mixed lentil dal and sweet crushed churma made with ghee and jaggery. Traditionally eaten with generous ghee, this dish reflects rajasthanās arid climate and hearty food culture.
Serving: Serve hot with extra ghee, onions, and lemon wedges.
Storage: Refrigerate dal 2 days
Tools Required
FAQ
Is dal baati very heavy?
Yes, it is filling.
Can baati be baked instead of roasted?
Yes, baking works.
Is it vegan?
Use oil instead of ghee.
Is it spicy?
Mild.
Can it be stored?
Components store separately.
š From Our Kitchen
Dal Baati Churma is often served at weddings and festivals and is considered the pride of Rajasthani cuisine.
ā Kavitha, Cheffo Kitchen
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Hi, Iām Kavitha ā the founder of Cheffo. Cooking has always been close to my heart, especially traditional recipes passed down through families. Through Cheffo, I share authentic regional dishes with clear instructions and practical tips so you can recreate those comforting flavors at home.