MENAGE A TROIS DHAL (3 DHALS (LENTILS) COMBINED)

This is a very healthy and delicious lentil soup combining three types of lentils. Was speaking to a friend and she suggested the recipe name.  Good one Smita M.

INGREDIENTS
Chana Dhal (Yellow split lentil) Toor Dahl (Yellow Pigeon Peas) and Whole Urad Dhal (Black Gram).  These Dhals can all be purchased from an Indian grocery store.
Ginger Paste or 1 Tsp of fresh ginger
Garlic
Chopped onions
1 green chili
Tomatoes
Turmeric Powder
Chili Powder
Coriander Powder
Cilantro
Salt to taste
Yogurt or Butter (Optional)

Method:
In a pressure cooker or regular pot saute the garlic and chopped onions. Combine 1/2 cup of each dahl and add about 3 cups of water into the pot (approximately an inch of water above all the dhals). Add the ginger, chopped green chili, chopped tomatoes, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp coriander powder and salt to taste. Let it cook. If cooking in a pressure cooker, at medium heat, it should take about 15 to 20 minutes. Once it is done, turn off the stove and let the pressure be released completely. Open the lid when it is safe and mix the dhals with a handheld mixer. You can add 1 to 2 TBSP of Yogurt or butter on top to give it a creamy taste. Garnish with cilantro on top.  Serve hot on a bed of rice.

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