A simple dal (lentils) tells a story of regional evolution. In Punjab, it is the robust, butter-rich Dal Makhani , slow-cooked overnight on coal, reflecting the agricultural abundance of the north. In Bengal, the same lentil becomes Moong Dal , simmered with coconut and a hint of sugar, a nod to the eastern proximity to the sea and tropical climates. In the south, Sambar —a tangy, tamarind-infused lentil stew loaded with local vegetables—acts as the foundational gravy for every meal.

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