Simple Moong Dal Gravy For Chapati

 

 After relishing various masala-laden accompaniments for chapati, our taste buds crave a simple dal. My taste buds too were in such a state, and I decided to prepare this dal. If you like your dal spicier, you can add chopped green chillies to the seasoning. This dal pairs well with idli, dosa, puri, and plain rice, besides chapati.

 

 

INGREDIENTS 

 SPLIT MOON DAL- 1 1/2 CUPS

ONIONS- 2 NOS

TOMATOES- 2 NOS

CURRY LEAVES- 2 SPRIGS

CHILLI POWDER- 1/4 TSP

GARAM MASALA- 1/2 TSP

TURMERIC POWDER- 1/4 TSP

SALT TO TASTE.

 

FOR TEMPERING :

 

OIL- 3 TSP

GHEE - 3 TSP

GARLIC CHOPPED- 1 TSP

GINGER CHOPPED- 1 TSP

CHILLI POWDER-1/2 TSP  

CUMIN SEEDS- 3/4 TSP 

 

PROCEDURE :

 

1.Wash and rinse moong dal and keep it aside.

 

2.In a pressure cooker,add oil and saute chopped onions,chopped tomatoes,add salt,chilli powder,curry leaves and turmeric powder.

 

3.Transfer the washed moong dal to the sauteed ingredients,add water and pressure cook for 4-5 whistles,till the lentil is completely cooked.Now add the garam masala powder and simmer in mild heat for a minute and switch off.

 

4.Prepare the seasoning with the cited ingredients and pour over the cooked lentil mixture and mix well.