Matar Usal

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Ingredients

1 cup	dried white peas (matar)
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 medium	tomato, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	ginger-garlic paste
1 tablespoon	grated coconut
1 tablespoon	chopped coriander leaves
—	salt to taste
2 cups	water

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse the dried white peas thoroughly and soak them in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.
2. 2 Drain the soaked peas and pressure cook them with 2 cups of water until they are soft, about 3-4 whistles.
3. 3 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter.
4. 4 Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
5. 5 Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown.
6. 6 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
7. 7 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft and mushy.
8. 8 Mix in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Sauté for a minute.
9. 9 Add the cooked peas along with the water from the pressure cooker. Stir well.
10. 10 Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld together.
11. 11 Stir in the garam masala and grated coconut. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
12. 12 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.