URAD DAL
Maash ki Dal, also known as Urad Dal, is a popular Pakistani and Indian lentil dish! Here's a simple recipe: *Ingredients:* - 1 cup split black gram (urad dal), rinsed and soaked for 30 minutes - 2 cups water - 2 tablespoons oil or ghee - 1 small onion, chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 small ginger piece, grated - 1 medium tomato, chopped - 1 teaspoon cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon red chili powder - Salt, to taste - Fresh cilantro, for garnish *Instructions:* 1. *Cook Dal:* Pressure cook the soaked urad dal with water until soft (about 4-5 whistles). 2. *Tempering:* Heat oil or ghee, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter. Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until onions are golden. 3. *Add Tomato:* Add chopped tomato and cook until soft. 4. *Spices:* Add turmeric, red chili powder (if using), and salt. Mix well. 5. *Combine:* Add the cooked dal to the tempering mixture. Simmer for 5-10 minutes. 6. *Garnish:* Garnish with fresh cilantro and s...