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Dal Makhani

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Dal makhani is a dish originating in the Punjab region, a relatively modern variation of traditional lentil dishes made with urad dal and other pulses along with butter and cream.

Facts
Origin Period, From (Year)
from 1950 2
Origin Region
Punjab region 1
Classification
Dietary Suitability
Contains Dairy or Egg 1
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Sources
1. Dal makhani, Wikipedia
  • History
    originating in the Punjab region
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dal_makhani (dietary-suitability)
    A relatively modern variation of traditional lentil dishes, it is made with urad dal and other pulses, and includes butter and cream.
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2. Dal makhani (Wikipedia)
Wikipedia 'Dal makhani' 2026-09-27: invented at the Moti Mahal restaurant in Old Delhi 'during the early 1950s', following the same kitchen's invention of butter chicken.View the Source
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