India, May 26 -- Renowned chef and former MasterChef Australia judge George Calombaris has found himself in the middle of a spicy digital debate after sharing his personal take on the beloved Indian staple, dal makhani. Also read | Chef Ranveer Brar shares easy home-style dal makhani recipe: See step-by-step preparation

In a May 24 Instagram Reels, George Calombaris was quick to add a disclaimer to his recipe, acknowledging that his rendition of the creamy lentil dish breaks several traditional rules. "This recipe is not authentic. I repeat. It's not authentic," he wrote in the caption, adding, "But it's delicious and cheap to make."

In the video, George walked viewers through a simplified process, using ingredients that deviate signifi...