Parsi Dal

Ingredients

• 1 cup Split Red Lentils (Masoor Dal)
• A pinch of Turmeric Powder
• 2 Green Chillies (chopped)
• 2 Garlic cloves (chopped)
• 2 tbsp Clarified Butter (Ghee)
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp Chopped Coriander Leaves
• Water as required

1. Preparation

   • Wash the split red lentils thoroughly.
   • Chop green chillies, garlic, and coriander leaves.

2. Cooking the Dal

   • Pressure cook the lentils with turmeric powder and sufficient water until soft.
   • Switch off the flame and allow pressure to release naturally.

3. Mashing the Dal

   • Transfer the cooked dal to a pan.
   • Mash lightly with a wooden spoon and keep aside.

4. Preparing the Tempering

   • Heat ghee in a small pan on low flame.
   • Add cumin seeds and allow them to crackle.
   • Add chopped garlic, green chillies, and salt.
   • Fry briefly until aromatic.

5. Final Cooking & Serving

   • Pour the tempering over the mashed dal.
   • Place the dal on low flame and adjust consistency with water if required.
   • Simmer for 2 minutes.
   • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
   • Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.