Name: Tomato Pappu (Tomato dal)
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 0.5 cup Toor Dal; 2 Tomato (chopped); 1 Green Chilli; 1 cup Water; 0.25 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tbsp Ghee; 8 Curry Leaves; 0.25 tsp Cumin Seeds; 0.25 tsp Mustard Seeds; 2 Garlic Cloves; 0.5 tsp Chilli Powder; 0 Hing (Asafoetida) (pinch); 0 Salt (as per taste)

Instructions

A comforting Tomato Pappu, where toor dal meets tangy tomatoes and aromatic spices in a delicious blend, perfect for a wholesome meal.
This recipe will make 3 serving of Tomato pappu.
Rinse the toor dal thoroughly until the water runs clear. Soak the dal in water for about 30 minutes, then drain.
In a pressure cooker, combine the soaked toor dal, chopped tomatoes, slit green chilli, turmeric powder, and 1 cup of water. Cook for about 3-4 whistles or until the dal is soft and cooked through.
Once the pressure releases naturally, open the cooker and mash the dal lightly with the back of a spoon. If the dal is too thick, adjust the consistency by adding a little water. Add salt to taste and mix well.
For the tempering, heat ghee in a small pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add cumin seeds, curry leaves, crushed garlic, and a pinch of hing. Fry until the garlic turns golden brown.
Pour the tempering over the cooked dal. Add chilli powder and mix well.
Simmer the dal for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Tomato Pappu hot, garnished with coriander leaves if desired. It pairs beautifully with rice or chapatis for a comforting and hearty meal.