Bas Saaru

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Ingredients

1 cup	toor dal (pigeon pea lentils)
1 cup	mixed greens (amaranth, spinach, or methi)
1 medium	onion, chopped
2 medium	tomatoes, chopped
2 cloves	garlic
1 inch	ginger
2 tablespoons	fresh coconut, grated
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
2 teaspoons	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
—	salt to taste
4 cups	water
1 sprig	curry leaves

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the toor dal thoroughly and soak it in water for 20 minutes.
2. 2 In a pressure cooker, add the soaked dal, mixed greens, chopped onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and 4 cups of water.
3. 3 Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles or until the dal is soft and cooked.
4. 4 Once the pressure releases, blend the cooked mixture into a smooth paste using a hand blender or mixer.
5. 5 In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter.
6. 6 Add cumin seeds and curry leaves to the pan and sauté for a few seconds.
7. 7 Stir in the coriander powder, red chili powder, and turmeric powder.
8. 8 Add the blended dal mixture to the pan and mix well.
9. 9 Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 10-15 minutes, adjusting salt to taste.
10. 10 Garnish with grated coconut before serving.