Panchmel Dal

Ingredients

1. 50 g split green gram dal (moong dal)
2. 50 g urad dal (dhuli)
3. 50 g arhar dal (toor dal)
4. 50 g horse beans
5. 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
6. A pinch of asafoetida
7. 1 1/2 tsp salt
8. 1 tsp red chilli powder
9. 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
10. 1/2 tsp spice blend
11. 1 tsp coriander powder
12. Juice of 1 lemon
13. 1 tbsp coriander leaves (finely chopped)
14. 2 tbsp clarified butter (ghee)

Method

1. **Preparing the dals

   • Mix all the lentils together and wash thoroughly.
   • Soak them in water for about 30 minutes.

2. **Cooking the dal

   • Transfer the soaked dals to a pressure cooker.
   • Add 4 cups of water, salt, spice blend, and turmeric powder.
   • Pressure cook until the dals are soft and well cooked.
   • Remove from heat and keep aside.

3. **Preparing the tempering

   • Heat ghee in a pan.
   • Add cumin seeds and asafoetida and let them crackle.

4. **Final mixing

   • Add red chilli powder and coriander powder to the tempering.
   • Pour this tempering over the cooked dal and mix well.

5. **Garnishing and serving

   • Sprinkle finely chopped coriander leaves on top.
   • Add lemon juice and mix gently.
   • Serve hot Panchmel Dal with rice or roti.