Palak / Methi Dhal

INGREDIENTS:

·        Palak / methi leaves – 2 bunches finely chopped

·        Onions – 2 finely chopped

·        Tomatoes – 2 finely chopped

·        Green chillies – 2 finely chopped

·        Ginger – a small piece finely chopped

·        Garlic – 4-5 flakes finely chopped

·        Coriander leaves – finely chopped for garnishing

·        Moong dhal – 1 cup

·        Mustard seeds – ½ tsp

·        Cumin seeds – ½ tsp

·        Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

·        Red chilli powder – a pinch

·        Oil – 2 tbsp

·        Water – as required

·        Salt – to taste

METHOD:

·        In a pressure cooker, cook moong dhal for 3 whistles and keep aside.

·        In a non-stick kadai, heat oil.

·        Add mustard seeds.

·        After it splutters, add cumin seeds.

·        Later add onions till they are translucent.

·        Then add green chillies, ginger, garlic, palak/methi leaves.

·        Then add turmeric powder, salt, red chilli powder.

·        Add as much as required water.

·        Later add cooked moong dhal and stir.

·        Bring it to a boil.

·        Then add the coriander leaves.

·        Serve hot with rice or roti.