Gahat Ki Dal

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Ingredients

1 cup	gahat (horse gram)
4 cups	water
1 tablespoon	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 pinch	asafoetida
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 medium	tomato, finely chopped
2 cloves	garlic, minced
1 inch	ginger, grated
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1	salt to taste
1 tablespoon	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the gahat thoroughly and soak it in water for 4-5 hours or overnight.
2. 2 Drain the soaked gahat and transfer it to a pressure cooker with 4 cups of water.
3. 3 Pressure cook the gahat for 4-5 whistles or until it becomes soft.
4. 4 In a pan, heat mustard oil and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
5. 5 Add a pinch of asafoetida, followed by chopped onions. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
6. 6 Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for another minute.
7. 7 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate.
8. 8 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
9. 9 Add the cooked gahat along with its water to the pan. Stir well and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
10. 10 Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed and simmer for a few more minutes.
11. 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.