Mangodi ki Dal

Preparation :10 mins
Cook :15 mins
Total Time :25 mins
Servings :Makes 6 servings (6serving )

Ingredients :

1 cup coarsely crushed moong dal mangodi
1 tbsp ghee
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 1/2 tsp ginger-green chilli paste
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1 tsp coriander (dhania) powder
salt to taste
2 tsp lemon juice

For The Garnish
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)

Method :

Heat the ghee in a pressure cooker and add the cumin seeds and asafoetida.When the seeds crackle, add the crushed mangodi and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes.Add the tomatoes, ginger-green chilli paste, turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, salt and 2½ cups of water, mix well and pressure cook for 2 whistles.Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.Add 1½ cups of water and lemon juice, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
Serve hot garnished with coriander.