Spring Onion Chana Dal Curry Recipe | Kandheche Pathi Chakala | Easy Roti Side Dish

A simple and spicy Spring Onion Chana Dal Curry (Kandheche Pathi Chakala) made with basic Indian spices. Perfect side dish for roti, ready in under 30 minutes.

“Simple ingredients, bold flavors – isn’t that what Indian cooking is all about?”

This traditional Maharashtrian-style curry is made with fresh spring onions, chana dal, and aromatic spices. It’s a comforting, spicy gravy that pairs perfectly with roti.

You can also replace spring onions with regular onions — in that case, the dish is known as Kandhe Khaskhas.

If you’re looking for an easy roti side dish with spring onions and chana dal, this recipe is a must-try!

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🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup spring onions (chopped)

• ½ cup chana dal

• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

Spice Mix:

• 1 tsp salt

• ¼ tsp garam masala

• A pinch of turmeric powder

• ½ tsp red chilli powder

• 1 tsp coriander (dhaniya) powder

👩‍🍳 Method

1. Pressure cook chana dal with a pinch of turmeric for 2 whistles.

2. Heat 1 tsp oil in a pan and sauté spring onions for 10–15 minutes.

3. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 2–3 minutes.

4. Add the prepared spice mix to the cooked dal.

5. Combine sautéed spring onions with the dal.

6. Pressure cook again for 1 whistle to blend the flavors well.

🍽️ Serving Options

You can serve this curry in 3 delicious ways:

1. Temper with mustard seeds (rai) and curry leaves

2. Add 1 tsp oil for a glossy finish

3. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves + 1 tsp lime juice (Recommended ✔️)

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🥗 Serving Suggestion

Serve hot with soft rotis or phulkas.

I paired it with cabbage curry for a wholesome Indian dinner.

This Spring Onion Chana Dal Curry is proof that simple ingredients can create rich and comforting flavors. It’s quick, nutritious, and perfect for everyday meals.

Try it once, and it might just become your go-to roti side dish!