Malwi Dal

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Ingredients

	1 cup	Moong Dal , yellow
	3 cups	Water
	1 medium	Onion , finely chopped
	2 medium	Tomato , finely chopped
	1 inch	Ginger , grated
	2 cloves	Garlic , minced
	2 tablespoons	Ghee
	1 teaspoon	Cumin , seeds
	1 teaspoon	Mustard Seed
	1 pinch	Asafoetida
	1 teaspoon	Turmeric powder
	1 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1 teaspoon	Coriander powder
	1 teaspoon	Garam masala
	—	Salt , to taste
	2 tablespoons	Cilantro , fresh, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse the moong dal thoroughly under running water and soak it in water for 20 minutes.
2. 2 In a pressure cooker, add the soaked dal and 3 cups of water. Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the dal is soft.
3. 3 Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add asafoetida, followed by chopped onions. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
5. 5 Add ginger and garlic, and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
6. 6 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate.
7. 7 Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
8. 8 Add the cooked dal to the pan and mix well. Adjust the consistency by adding water if needed.
9. 9 Simmer the dal for 5-7 minutes on low heat. Stir in garam masala and mix well.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.