Dal: Cook lentils with spices, tomatoes, and onions. Simmer until creamy and flavorful.
Batti: Knead dough with whole wheat flour, ghee, and spices. Shape into balls and bake until golden and crisp.
Churma: Crush baked wheat flour balls and mix with ghee, sugar, and cardamom powder. A sweet and crumbly treat.
Baati Masala: Roast spices like coriander, cumin, fennel, and cloves. Grind to make a flavorful masala for baati.
Ghee: Clarify butter to obtain rich and aromatic ghee, a staple in Dal Batti Churma.
Chutney: Prepare a tangy and spicy coriander or mint chutney to serve with the dish.
Pickle: Include a side of tangy mango pickle or lime pickle for added zing.
Papad: Roast or fry papad, a thin and crispy Indian snack, to serve alongside the meal.
Buttermilk: Prepare a refreshing buttermilk drink by whisking yogurt, water, and spices like cumin and salt.