Dal Chawal Memories A Taste of Love

Traditional Indian comfort food

Arpana Gupta
The Shortform
Aug 1, 2024

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Dal chawal, a straightforward however cherished dish implies a ton in my childhood recollections. Every mouthful of the warm, fragrant rice with rich flavored dal moved me back to those carefree days. My mom used to prepare this meal with great care, with her gentle hands and adoring heart loaded with warmth. The smell of cumin and ghee being blended into dal would fill our home signaling that the meal was ready.

The flavor of dal chawal wasn’t exceptional just because it was soothing; it had comfort accompanied by love and warmth. Each mealtime was an opportunity for us to connect. I recall my mom’s laughter; if we played with food she would gently scold us. Eating dal chawal was not simply fulfilling; it was a journey to harmony, warmth, and true motherly love.

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Arpana Gupta
The Shortform

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