Panchmel Dal | Panchkuti Dal | Panchratna Dal

Ingredients

• 1.5 tbsp Tuvar Dal
• 1.5 tbsp Chana Dal
• 1.5 tbsp Masoor Dal
• 1.5 tbsp Udad Dal ((You can use Chilkewali Udad Dal))
• 1.5 tbsp Chilkewali Moong Dal
• 1/2 Cup Finely Chopped Tomato
• 1 tbsp Finely Chopped Green Chillies
• 2 tsp Finely Chopped Ginger
• 2 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 1 tbsp Ghee or Oil
• Salt to Taste
• 1 tsp Turmeric
• 1-2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
• 1 tsp Amchur Powder ((or 1 tbsp lemon juice) - Optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Preparing the Dals ---

2. 2

   Mix together all the five dals.

3. 3

   Wash well.

4. 4

   Soak in 1.5 Cups water for at least 3 hours.

5. 5

   Pressure cook the dal for 4-5 whistles till they are well cooked.

6. 6

   Using a heavy ladle mash the dal well.

7. 7

   --- Making the Tempering ---

8. 8

   In a heavy-bottomed vessel or kadhai, heat the oil or ghee.

9. 9

   Add the cumin seeds and stir-fry till they change colour.

10. 10

    Add ginger and green chillies.

11. 11

    Stir-fry for a few seconds.

12. 12

    Add asafoetida and mix well.

13. 13

    Add the tomato pieces.

14. 14

    Over medium heat, stir-fry till the tomato pieces are well-stewed.

15. 15

    --- Making the Dal ---

16. 16

    Add the turmeric, chilli, coriander, cumin and amchur powders. If you are using lemon juice, add the end after the dal is cooked.

17. 17

    Stir-fry for a few seconds.

18. 18

    Add the cooked, mashed dal, and mix well.

19. 19

    Add salt and mix well.

20. 20

    Bring to a boil.

21. 21

    Serve the Panchmel Dal | Panchkuti Dal | Panchratna Dal hot with rice or roti.