This is a delicious protein rich masala ,which is a luscious treat to the taste buds and never can go wrong dish. Also it is always a dish where one will always go for the second helping .This is a good option for a vegetarian spread.
Ingredients:
- Kadalai 150 gms (soaked overnight )
- Onion 1 ( chopped )
- Tomato 1 ( chopped )
- Red chilly 1or 2 ( optional )
- Mustard or cinnamon 1/4 tsp or 1”
- Curry leaves a few
- Oil 1 tsp
- Salt to taste
Fry in oil and grind to paste :
- Shallots 10 -15
- Red chilly 10
- Curry leaves a few
- Coriander powder 1 -11/2 tbsp
- Turmeric powder ¼ tsp
- Asafoetida ¼ tsp
- Coconut 2-3 tbsp ( grated )
Method :
- Pressure cook the soaked kadalai or kala channa for 5 -6 whistles.
- Drain the water and keep aside.
- In a pan heat oil add mustard or cinnamon. Let it splutter.
- Add onions ,red chilly and curry leaves ,let it change colour.
- Add tomato and let it get mushy.
- Add the ground paste and fry for a bit.
- Add the cooked dhal with some water and salt ,give it a good mix. Let it cook till raw smell fades away. Choose the consistency you require and switch off the flame.
- Garnish with coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with rice/chapatti.
