Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat oil.
  2. Add the mustard seeds, as soon as they splutter add the red chillies (whole), curry leaves, asafoetida and garlic and saute for 2 mins.
  3. Add the turmeric, red gram, tomatoes, peppercorns, green chilli, tamarind pulp and salt.
  4. Mix and add 2-3 cups of water.
  5. (if using pressure cooker add 2 cups and if cooking open add 3 cups).
  6. Bring to a boil and simmer till dal is tender and soft.
  7. Garnish with cilantro.
  8. Serve hot.