JCB Stirring Dal Makhani Leaves Social Media Divided
A viral video showing a JCB used for stirring dal makhani in an oversized cooking vessel has caught the internet’s attention. While some viewers found the unusual sight humorous, many expressed serious concerns about hygiene, food safety, and overall quality.
Dal makhani, a beloved North Indian dish made with black lentils (urad dal) and kidney beans (rajma), is often associated with weddings, large gatherings, and festive occasions. Known for its rich buttery flavour and creamy consistency, the dish is usually prepared with great care. However, the use of heavy construction machinery in its preparation has left people both intrigued and alarmed.
The Viral Clip: When Construction Meets Cuisine
In the widely circulated video, a JCB machine commonly used for construction and excavation is seen stirring a massive pot of dal makhani. The machine’s bucket, typically meant for digging and lifting soil, was used in place of a traditional ladle.
The clip also revealed an oily layer floating on top of the simmering curry. Meanwhile, a background voice highlighted the oddity of the situation, remarking that while JCBs are usually seen building roads and clearing parks, this was the first time one was spotted cooking food.
Why This Unusual Cooking Method Raised Alarms
While the video amused some, health-conscious viewers quickly pointed out the risks. Using a JCB used for stirring dal makhani may save effort in handling bulk quantities, but it raises red flags about food safety:
- Potential Contamination: JCB machines are exposed to dust, grease, and construction debris. Unless thoroughly sterilised, these residues could contaminate the food.
- Lack of Hygiene Standards: Commercial cooking equipment is designed with food-grade materials that are safe for consumption. Construction machinery, on the other hand, is not built for such use.
- Public Health Risks: Food prepared in unhygienic conditions can lead to gastrointestinal infections, food poisoning, and other health complications.
Social Media Reactions
Online users were quick to share their views. Some joked that “oil grease with gravy is free,” while others criticised the practice as “playing with public health.” A few even raised the possibility that the same machine may have been used for garbage removal shortly before being dipped into food.
One user summarised the sentiment clearly: “This is very unsafe and unhygienic.”
Conclusion
While the sight of a JCB used for stirring dal makhani might appear entertaining at first glance, it underscores an important issue: food safety cannot be compromised, especially when cooking for large gatherings. Traditional dishes like dal makhani carry cultural and emotional value and preparing them with non-food-grade machinery risks both quality and consumer health.
In conclusion, creativity in cooking is welcome, but public health experts strongly advise sticking to hygienic, food-safe equipment to ensure safety, taste, and trust in what we eat.
Source:Â Inputs from various media SourcesÂ
I’m a pharmacist with a strong background in health sciences. I hold a BSc from Delhi University and a pharmacy degree from PDM University. I write articles and daily health news while interviewing doctors to bring you the latest insights. In my free time, you’ll find me at the gym or lost in a sci-fi novel.
- Health News and Updates,People Forum
- 22 September 2025
- 22:00
