Gahat Soup

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Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the gahat thoroughly and soak it in water for 6-8 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 about 3-4 whistles or until it becomes soft.
4. 4 In a separate pan, heat mustard oil over medium heat.
5. 5 Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter.
6. 6 Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
7. 7 Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute.
8. 8 Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and red chili powder, and cook until the tomatoes soften.
9. 9 Add the cooked gahat along with its water to the pan, and mix well.
10. 10 Season with salt to taste and let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes.
11. 11 Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.