Chana Dal Amti

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Ingredients

1 cup	chana dal
3 cups	water
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 medium	tomato, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 pinch	asafoetida
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 tablespoon	red chili powder
1 tablespoon	god masala or garam masala
1 tablespoon	jaggery
1 tablespoon	tamarind pulp
Salt	to taste
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the chana dal thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. 2 Drain the water and add the soaked chana dal to a pressure cooker with 3 cups of water.
3. 3 Pressure cook the dal for 3-4 whistles or until it becomes soft but not mushy.
4. 4 In a pan, heat oil over medium heat and add mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter.
5. 5 Add cumin seeds and asafoetida, and sauté for a few seconds.
6. 6 Add the chopped onion and sauté until they turn golden brown.
7. 7 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft and pulpy.
8. 8 Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and god masala. Mix well.
9. 9 Add the cooked chana dal to the pan along with jaggery, tamarind pulp, and salt to taste.
10. 10 Mix everything well and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes to blend the flavors.
11. 11 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.