North Indian Mix Dal Tadka

Ingredients

• 40 g toor dal (dry)
• 30 g moong dal (dry)
• 20 g masoor dal (dry)
• 80 g tomato, chopped
• 8 g garlic, minced
• 5 g cumin seeds
• 2 g turmeric powder
• 3 g red chilli powder
• 5 ml oil
• 400 ml water

Preparation

1. Rinse dals; pressure-cook with turmeric and water until soft.
2. Mash lightly; keep warm on low heat.
3. Heat oil; crackle cumin and garlic briefly.
4. Add tomato, chilli powder; cook to a thick masala.
5. Pour tadka over dal; simmer 2–3 minutes.
6. Serve hot as one bowl.