Saru Besara

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Ingredients

	1 cup	Yellow Split Pea
	2 tablespoons	Mustard Seed
	1 teaspoon	Cumin , seeds
	2 tablespoons	Vegetable oil
	1 teaspoon	Turmeric powder
	1 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1 teaspoon	Sugar
	1 teaspoon	Salt
	2 cups	Water
	1	Eggplant , small, chopped
	1	Potato , medium, peeled and chopped
	1	Tomato , chopped
	1 tablespoon	Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash and soak the yellow split peas (moong dal) in water for 20 minutes.
2. 2 Grind the mustard seeds into a smooth paste using a little water.
3. 3 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds.
4. 4 Once the cumin seeds splutter, add the mustard paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
5. 5 Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, sugar, and salt. Stir well.
6. 6 Add the soaked moong dal, chopped eggplant, potato, and tomato to the pan.
7. 7 Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
8. 8 Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes until the vegetables and dal are cooked through.
9. 9 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.