Monday, November 2, 2009

Cholar dal




Cholar Dal
1 cup Cholar Dal
1tsp of turmeric powder
1 tsp of salt
i tsp sugar
2 tbs of ghee
1 tsp of cumin seeds /mustard seeds also can be used
1 tbsp sliced coconut
I tsp oil

Soak the dal in water for at least 15 minutes.
dd oil in a kadai and fry the cumin seeds and bayleaf along with the dal. Transfer the seeds and the dal to a pressure cooker. Add 3 cups of water.
Add turmeric powder and salt, sugar.
Cover and cook at medium heat till 3 whistles.
Let the pressure subside and then open the cover.
Before serving add ghee and sprinkle on top with the coconut slices.
Serve hot with white rice.

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