Daal

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup split Bengal gram (Chana dal)

• 1/4 cup split pigeon peas (Toor dal)

• 1/4 cup split black gram (Urad dal)

• 1/4 cup split red lentils (Masoor dal)

• 1/4 cup split green gram (Moong dal)

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped

• 1 green chili, chopped

• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste

• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

• 1 teaspoon coriander powder

• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

• Salt to taste

• Water

• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

• Lemon wedges (optional)

Instructions:

1.      Rinse all the lentils together under running water until the water runs clear. Soak the lentils in water for about 30 minutes.

2.      In a pressure cooker, combine the soaked lentils, onion, tomatoes, green chili, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt.

3.      Add 2 cups of water and mix everything well.

4.      Pressure cook for about 3-4 whistles or until the lentils are cooked and soft.

5.      Once the pressure releases, open the cooker and check the consistency of the dal. If it's too thick, add some water and adjust the seasoning.

6.      Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.