Spicy and Nicey Whole Masoor Dal

Main ingredients
Whole masoor dal - 2 c
Garlic, sliced - 1-2 cloves
Ginger, sliced - 1" piece
Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
Green chillies, chopped - 2-3
Tomato, diced - 1
Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
Red chilli powder - 1/2 tsp
Oil - 2 tbsp
Salt - to taste
Coriander leaves - 1 stalk

Time: 15-20 mins
Servings: 5-6
Method
Soak the whole masoor in water for 15 minutes. Pressure cook (3 cups water for every cup of dal). Heat oil in a wok and fry the garlic. Add cumin seeds, green chillies and ginger, stir for 1-2 minutes. Add the tomato and fry until it is pulpy. Mix in the turmeric and red chilli powders and fry two minutes. Add the dal and salt to taste. Let the dal cook with the masalas for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with rice or bread.

Source: Dr. Dastur
Author: Sundar