Wada Bhath

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Ingredients

1 cup	basmati rice
1/2 cup	chana dal (split chickpeas)
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 medium	tomato, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 pinch	asafoetida
2 pieces	green chilies, slit
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 teaspoon	salt
2 cups	water
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash and soak the basmati rice and chana dal separately for 30 minutes.
2. 2 Drain the soaked rice and chana dal.
3. 3 Heat oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat.
4. 4 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
5. 5 Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and green chilies. Sauté for a few seconds.
6. 6 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
7. 7 Stir in the tomatoes and cook until they soften.
8. 8 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
9. 9 Add the drained rice and chana dal to the cooker, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
10. 10 Pour in 2 cups of water and stir well.
11. 11 Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 2 whistles on medium heat.
12. 12 Allow the pressure to release naturally before opening the lid.
13. 13 Fluff the wada bhath with a fork and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.