Dal Fry

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup toor dal (pigeon peas)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tomato (finely chopped)
• 1-2 green chilies (slit)
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 tablespoon ghee or oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
• Salt (to taste)
• 3 cups water (or as needed)

Recipe

Step 1: Cook the Dal

- Wash the toor dal thoroughly under running water.

- Pressure cook the dal with 3 cups of water and turmeric powder for 3-4 whistles or

- until the dal becomes soft and mushy.

- Set the cooked dal aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Tadka

- In a pan, heat ghee or oil. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Let them splutter.

- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

- Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

- Add chopped tomatoes, red chili powder, and salt.

- Cook until the tomatoes soften and the oil separates from the masala.

Step 3: Combine the Tadka with Dal

- Once the tomatoes are cooked, pour the prepared tadka into the cooked dal.

- Stir well and cook on medium heat for 5-7 minutes to blend the flavors.

Step 4: Add Garam Masala and Garnish

- Add garam masala and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Step 5: Serve

- Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.