Panchmel Dhal

Ingredients

Toor dhal 1/4 cup

Chana dhal 1/4 cup

Moong Dhal 1/4 cup

Urad dhal 1tbsp

Masoor dhal 1tbsp

Red chilly powder 1tsp

Coriander powder 1 tsp

Garam Masala 1/2 tsp

Amchur Powder 1/2 tsp

Cloves 2

Bayleaf 1

Cumin seeds 1/2 tsp

Green chilly 1

Tamarind pulp 2 tsp

Asafoetida/ Hing 1/2 tsp

Ghee 3 tsp

Salt to taste

Method

Clean and wash all the dhals and pressure cook for 2-3 whistles.

In a bowl add chilly powder, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric and mix with little water to fine paste.

Heat ghee in a pan add cloves, bayleaf, cumin seeds, green chilly and hing, when the cumin seeds crackle add the prepared paste and saute for 2-3mins.

Add the cooked dhal, amchur powder, tamarind pulp and salt. Simmer and cook for 5-6mins.

Adjust the consistency according to your preference before serving.

Serve hot Panchmel Dhal with any rotis and a dollop of ghee.