Dal Panchmel

Method

1. Mix all the dals in a bowl, wash well and soak in sufficient water overnight.
2. Drain, and put into a pressure cooker. Add 1½ cups water and cook under pressure till 3 whistles are given out. Drain the dals and reserve the cooking liquor.
3. Heat oil in a deep non-stick pan, add cumin seeds and garlic and saute for 2 minutes. Add onion and saute till light brown.
4. Add red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, cumin powder and asafoetida and mix well. Saute till the oil begins to leave the masala.
5. Add tomato and mix and saute till it turns pulpy.
6. Add the boiled mixed dals along with the reserved liqueur and mix well. Add more water as required to get the right consistency. Add salt and mix and simmer for 4-5 minutes.
7. Transfer into a serving bowl, drizzle lemon juice and garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.

Additional Tips and Tricks

Serving Suggestion : Dal Panchmel is best had with bajra/jowar roti, dal bati or rice..