Batani Usli

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Ingredients

1 cup	dried green peas
1 tablespoon	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 pinch	asafoetida
1 tablespoon	chana dal
1 tablespoon	urad dal
2	green chilies, chopped
1	medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
to taste	salt
2 tablespoons	grated coconut
1 tablespoon	lemon juice
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Soak the dried green peas in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.
2. 2 Drain the soaked peas and pressure cook them with enough water until soft but not mushy.
3. 3 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add cumin seeds and asafoetida.
4. 4 Add chana dal and urad dal, and fry until they turn golden brown.
5. 5 Add chopped green chilies and onion, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
6. 6 Stir in turmeric powder and red chili powder, and cook for another minute.
7. 7 Add the cooked peas to the pan, mix well, and season with salt to taste.
8. 8 Cook the mixture for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
9. 9 Turn off the heat and add grated coconut, lemon juice, and fresh coriander leaves.
10. 10 Mix everything well and serve hot.