Why Dal Makhani deserves more attention

Dal Makhani rarely gets the international recognition it deserves. The deeply layered complexity is genuine, not simple, and the technique involved in using yogurt marinade correctly takes real skill.

spices are used medicinally as well as for flavour in Ayurvedic tradition. I encountered it first in a dhaba roadside restaurant and that context helped me understand it properly. chai tea is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Dal Makhani is the dish to start with.