Slow Cooker Dal Makhani

A flavorful and creamy Indian dal dish cooked slowly in a crockpot, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup black lentils
• 1/4 cup kidney beans
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch ginger, grated
• 2 green chilies, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Rinse black lentils and kidney beans, then soak in water overnight

In the slow cooker, add soaked lentils, kidney beans, chopped onion, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, green chilies, cumin seeds, garam masala, turmeric powder, paprika, cinnamon powder, and salt

Add enough water to cover all ingredients by about an inch

Cook on low for 8 hours or until lentils and beans are tender

Once cooked, stir in heavy cream and butter until well combined

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving

Serve hot with rice or naan bread