Awadhi Dal

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Ingredients

1/2 cup	chana dal (split chickpeas)
1/4 cup	toor dal (pigeon peas)
1/4 cup	moong dal (split mung beans)
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 medium	tomato, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
2 tablespoons	ghee
—	salt to taste
2 cups	water
1 tablespoon	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse the chana dal, toor dal, and moong dal together in water until the water runs clear.
2. 2 Soak the dals in water for about 20 minutes, then drain.
3. 3 Heat ghee in a pressure cooker over medium heat.
4. 4 Add cumin seeds and allow them to splutter.
5. 5 Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
6. 6 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
7. 7 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it turns soft and the oil starts to separate.
8. 8 Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.
9. 9 Add the soaked dals and mix well.
10. 10 Pour in 2 cups of water and stir to combine.
11. 11 Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 3-4 whistles or until the dals are soft.
12. 12 Once the pressure releases, open the lid and add garam masala.
13. 13 Simmer for a few minutes to let the flavors meld.
14. 14 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.