Lauki Dal - Opo Squash with Lentils - Instant Pot

Ingredients

• 2 lb Lauki (Opo Squash)
• 2 Roma Tomatoes
• 1/2 Onion
• 1/2 cup Channa Dal
• 1 tbsp Cooking Oil
• 1/4 tsp Mustard Seeds
• 1/4 tsp Asafoetida (optional)
• 1 tbsp Garlic Paste
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric
• 1 tsp Cumin Powder
• 1 tsp Brown Sugar
• 1 tsp Kashmiri Chili Powder
• 1/2 cup Water

Instructions

1. 1

   Measure the spices

2. 2

   Chop the lauki, tomatoes and onions

3. 3

   Soak the dal in a cup

4. 4

   Turn on the instant pot to saute medium. After it warms up add in the oil

5. 5

   Add the mustard seeds and asafoetida. The seeds will sputter

6. 6

   Add in the onions and garlic. Cook for a few mins

7. 7

   Add in the tomatoes and all the spices

8. 8

   Cook for 3 minutes

9. 9

   Rinse the dal and add to the pot. Add in the lauki and 1/2 cup water

10. 10

    Mix everything in the pot

11. 11

    Set the instant pot to pressure cook for 15 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally

12. 12

    Lauki Dal is ready. Check the consistency and see if you like it more dry (saute on low) or wet (add little bit of water)

13. 13

    Ready to serve