250 g dried chana dal
2 average-size onions, finely chopped
Vegetable oil
200 g chopped tomatoes
5–8 green chiles, finely chopped
20 g minced ginger
50 g finely-chopped coriander leaves
Salt to taste
1 tbsp pepper
1 tbsp red chile powder
Soak the chana dal in water overnight.
Drain the chana dal, and pressure cook them until tender. Drain.
Fry the onions in hot oil until golden brown. Add the tomatoes, and fry until the oil separates out.
Add chiles, ginger, salt, and drained chana dal. Boil for 1–2 minutes.
1–2 minutes
Stir in pepper and garam masala. Garnish with coriander leaves.
Serve hot with naan or roti.