Dal Makhani

• 1/2 Toor dal
• 1/4 c Yellow moong dal
• 1/4 c Masoor dal
• 1 Onion grated
• 2 Green chilies sliced
• 1/4 ts Ginger grated
• 1/2 tb Coriander finely chopped
• 1/2 ts Cumin seeds
• 1/4 ts Red chili powder
• 3 tb Butter; (3 to 4)
• Salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix and wash dals well.

2. 2

   Soak for 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Pressure cook till soft but not overcooked. (Approx. 3 whistles) Mash a little with the back of a spoon, while hot.

4. 4

   Heat butter in a deep pan.

5. 5

   Add seeds, allow to splutter.

6. 6

   Add onion, ginger and green chillies.

7. 7

   Stir fry till soft, add masalas (red chillies and salt) and dals, mix well.

8. 8

   Bring to a boil.

9. 9

   Simmer for 3-4 minutes.

10. 10

    Garnish with chopped coriander and lemon juice.

11. 11

    Serve hot with rices, rotis, etc. Making time: 30 minutes (excluding soaking & pressure cooking time) Makes: 3-4 servings