Senaga Pappu Kura

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Ingredients

1 cup	senaga pappu (chana dal)
2 cups	water
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
2 medium	tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
2 cloves	garlic, minced
2 green chilies	slit
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
—	salt to taste
1 sprig	curry leaves
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the senaga pappu thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. 2 Drain the water and add the soaked dal to a pressure cooker with 2 cups of fresh water.
3. 3 Pressure cook the dal for 3-4 whistles until it is soft but not mushy.
4. 4 In a pan, heat oil over medium heat and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
5. 5 Once the seeds splutter, add minced garlic, slit green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
6. 6 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
7. 7 Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate.
8. 8 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
9. 9 Add the cooked senaga pappu along with its water to the pan and mix everything well.
10. 10 Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
11. 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.