Step 1

Rinse brown lentils. Put in the pressure cooker with water, turmeric powder, and half of the salt you are using in the recipe. Cook on medium flame until 3 whistles.

Step 2

After 3 whistles, switch off the stove wait for around 5-10 minutes or until the pressure gets released completely.

Step 3

Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Step 4

Add garlic and saute until it starts turning brown.

Step 5

Next, add onion and cook until it also turns golden brown.

Step 6

Add coriander powder and red chili powder. Saute for around 30 seconds.

Step 7

Add green chilies, tomatoes, and the remaining salt. Cook until the tomatoes turn mushy.

Step 8

Finally, add cooked brown lentils and mix everything. Let the dal simmer for 2 minutes and then switch off the stove.

Step 9

Add lemon juice and coriander leaves. Mix. Serve hot with rice or roti.