Dal tadka

Preparing and cooking the toor dal:

1. 1Rinse the toor dal in cold water until the water runs clear.
2. 2In a pot, put the rinsed dal, the turmeric, and 850 ml of water.
3. 3Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the dal is tender (about 30 to 45 minutes).
4. 4Stir occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom.

Preparing the dal tadka:

1. 5In a mortar, crush the ginger, garlic, and chilies.
2. 6Cut the onions and tomatoes into cubes.
3. 7While the dal is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee in a pot.
4. 8Add the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and cloves.
5. 9Sauté until they begin to crackle.
6. 10Add the red onion and sauté until golden.
7. 11Add the garlic, ginger, and green chili.
8. 12Sauté for a few minutes.
9. 13Add the tomatoes and cook until very tender, about 10 minutes.
10. 14Once the dal is cooked, pour it into the tadka mixture and mix well.
11. 15If the dal is too thick, add a little water to reach the desired consistency.
12. 16Adjust the seasoning with salt.
13. 17Add the cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, Kashmiri chili, and kasoori methi, and mix.
14. 18Simmer together for a few minutes so the flavors blend.
15. 19Add the freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.