Katachi Amti

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Ingredients

	1 cup	Chana dal
	1 tablespoon	Oil
	1 teaspoon	Mustard Seed
	1 teaspoon	Cumin , seeds
	1 pinch	Asafoetida
	2 tablespoons	Coconut , grated
	1 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1 teaspoon	Turmeric powder
	1 teaspoon	Garam masala
	1 tablespoon	Tamarind , pulp
	1 teaspoon	Jaggery
	1	Salt , to taste
	2 tablespoons	Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse the chana dal thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. 2 Drain the soaked dal and pressure cook it with 2 cups of water until soft but not mushy.
3. 3 In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add cumin seeds and asafoetida.
4. 4 Add the cooked chana dal to the pan along with the water it was cooked in.
5. 5 Stir in grated coconut, red chili powder, turmeric powder, god masala, tamarind pulp, and jaggery.
6. 6 Season with salt to taste and let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the flavors meld together.
7. 7 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.