BOTTLE GOURD IN DAL

Preparation Method :

• Soak the chana dal in water for 1 hour. Drain.
• Boil the soaked chana dal with the diced bottle gourd, salt, turmeric and water until done. Mash slightly with the back of a spoon and mix well. Set aside.
• Heat a non-stick pan and add the oil. Add the cumin seeds and allow them to change colour slightly. Add the tomatoes and cook on a low heat until they soften.
• Add the green chillies and asafoetida and continue to cook for 1 minute. Add the chilli powder and ground coriander and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
• Add the chana dal mixture and stir well. Add the garam masala and sugar. Simmer for 2 minutes.
• Stir in the lemon juice and garnish with the coriander leaves.