Yellow Mixed Dal

Yellow Mixed Dal :

(All ingredients are underlined)

1. Mix 1/2 cup toor dal, 1/4 cup moong dal, 1/4 cup chana dal, and 1/4 cup masoor dal, and wash thoroughly. Add 3 cups water and cook in a pressure cooker for three whistles. 

2. After 3 whistles turn the gas to a low flame and let cook for 5 minutes before turning off the gas. Let the pressure cooker cool and then open the lid to remove the dal. 

3. Whisk the dal briefly and add  water to get the desired consistency. I added 2 cups of water. 

4. In a pan add 4 tsp oil, and add 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1/4 tsp asfoetida (hing), and 1 tsp turmeric powder. Add 2 vertically slit green chilies, 5-6 curry leaves, 1 small onion finely chopped, 1 tsp ginger finely grated, and 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic. Add 1/4 tsp garam masala. 

5. Stir fry  on a medium flame till the garlic and the onion become golden brown. 

6. Now add the dal and add salt to taste. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice and add 1 tomato cut into small pieces. 

7. Bring to boil. Garnish with fresh finely chopped cilantro/coriander. Serve hot with chapati/Roti or rice.