Panchmel Dal

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Ingredients

	2 tablespoons	Toor Dal
	2 tablespoons	Chana dal
	2 tablespoons	Moong Dal
	2 tablespoons	Urad dal , split black gram
	2 tablespoons	Masoor dal , red lentils
	3 cups	Water
	1 tablespoon	Ghee
	1 teaspoon	Cumin , seeds
	1 pinch	Asafoetida
	1 teaspoon	Turmeric powder
	1 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1 teaspoon	Garam masala
	1 teaspoon	Coriander powder
	1	Salt , to taste
	1	Chili , green, chopped
	1 tablespoon	Ginger , grated
	2	Tomato , chopped
	2 tablespoons	Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse all the dals together under running water until the water runs clear.
2. 2 Soak the dals in water for 30 minutes.
3. 3 Drain the soaked dals and add them to a pressure cooker with 3 cups of water.
4. 4 Pressure cook the dals for 3-4 whistles or until they are soft and cooked through.
5. 5 In a pan, heat ghee over medium heat and add cumin seeds.
6. 6 Once the cumin seeds splutter, add asafoetida, chopped green chili, and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute.
7. 7 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
8. 8 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Mix well.
9. 9 Pour the cooked dal into the pan with the spice mixture, add salt to taste, and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.