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.
Cooking time 25 minutes
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.
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