Dhan Dar

Dhan Dar - Parsi Dal made with split red gram and other Indian spices.

Recipe Ingredients

* Split Red Gram (arhar dal / toor dal) - 1/2 cup
* Turmeric Powder - 1/4 tsp
* Cooking Oil - 2 tbsp
* Ginger Garlic paste - 2 tsp
* Cumin Seeds - 1/4 tsp
* Green Chillies - 2
* Salt to taste
* Water - 3 cups

Preparation

First soak the split red gram in 2 to 3 cups of water with salt and turmeric powder for at least 20 minutes. Most of the water should be absorbed after 20 minutes.

Transfer the split red gram into a pressure cooker. Add water, about 1/2 " above the dal level. Cook on high flame. After the first whistle, turn heat to low and cook for 5 minutes. Keep aside to cool.

Whisk or blend, adding water, if required. Return the cooker to heat and bring it to a boil.

Take a pan and heat oil in it. Once it is hot, lower the heat and sauté green chillies, salt (a pinch), ginger garlic paste and cumin seeds till golden in colour. Remove from flame, pour into the dal and cover immediately to prevent the aroma from escaping.

Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more before serving. Garnish with fried onions and butter.

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