🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Makar Sankranti Pot Urad Varuval

Name: Makar Sankranti Pot Urad Varuval
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: to taste Salt; 1, finely chopped Onion; 2, chopped Tomato; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 cup, rinsed Urad Dal

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Narasapuram cooking — Makar Sankranti Pot Urad Varuval brings a makar sankranti touch with a classic varuval finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 12 min Cook 25 min Serves 6 Hard

Ingredients

Saltto taste
Onion1, finely chopped
Tomato2, chopped
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Urad Dal1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit
Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.
6
Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.
7
Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.
8
Rest a minute, then serve hot.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Khichdi Recipe for Makar Sankranti 2026 | Traditional Gorakhpur Style | Beenu Jaiswal · on YouTube