Amritsari Dal Recipe

Step 1: We will begin making the Amritsari Dal Recipe by rinsing and soaking the dals for at least 4 to 5 hours or overnight

Step 2: Heat a teaspoon of oil into the pressure cooker, add the soaked dal along with half of the chopped tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 3 cups of water and salt to taste

Step 3: Cover the cooker and pressure cook, until the dal is done

Step 4: Once the dal is cooked through for atleast 4 to 5 whistles, turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally

Step 5: The next step is to make the masala for the dal

Step 6: Into a heavy bottomed pan, heat a bit of oil

Step 7: Once the oil is hot, add the onions, ginger, garlic and saute for a few minutes until the onions are tender

Step 8: Add the chillies, tomatoes and the remaining masalas and saute well until the masalas are well combined into the tomatoes

Step 9: Add the cooked dal and stir well into the masala

Step 10: Adjust the consistency of the dal, by adding little water if required

Step 11: Lightly mash the dal with the back of the spoon to give it a mushy texture

Step 12: Cover and simmer the dal for about 10 minutes

Step 13: Once done, stir in the chopped coriander leaves and serve

Step 14: Serve the Amritsari Dal with Ajwain Puri,and Dubki Wale Aloo Recipe for a lunch meal