Sankhya Lapov

Ingredients

• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - To taste
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1-inch piece, grated
• Green chilies - 2, slit
• Tomato - 1, finely chopped
• Onion - 1, finely chopped
• Water - 3 cups
• Toor dal (split pigeon peas) - 1 cup

Instructions

1. Rinse the toor dal under running water until the water runs clear.
2. In a pressure cooker, add the rinsed toor dal, water, chopped onion, tomato, green chilies, grated ginger, minced garlic, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt.
3. Close the pressure cooker and cook on medium heat for 4-5 whistles, or until the dal is cooked and soft.
4. Once the pressure is released, open the cooker and give the dal a good stir.
5. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
6. Add the cooked dal to the pan and simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.