Pesalu (Whole moong) Dal

Pesalu (Whole Moong) - 1cup
Onion - 2 medium sized
Tomato - 2 medium sized
Ginger Garlic paste - 1.5 tsp
Coriander powder - 1.5 tsp
Salt - to taste

Turmeric - 1/4 tsp
Green chillies - 2
Butter - 3 tbsp
for Seasoning
Mustard, Jeera - 1tsp each
for Garnishing
Coriander leaves

Preparation Method

1. Soak moong dal overnight . drain water wash and keep aside

2. In a pressure cooker heat half of the butter,add mustard,cumin and allow to splutter

3. Add onions, fry till translucent, add ginger garlic paste and fry for 1 min

4. Add green chilles,tomatoes and cook till tomatoes are soft

5. Add coriander powder, salt,turmeric powder and fry for 1-2 mins

6. Add soaked pesalu, sufficient water and mix well.Close lid and cook for 3-4 whistles

7. After pressure releases add the remaining butter.

8. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot

Goes well with roti.puri or rice...........