Jeera Dal

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• ¼ tsp haldi powder
• 1 tsp oil/ghee
• 1 cup yellow moong dal
• 2 tbsp split masoor dal (orange)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small tomato, finely chopped
• 3-4 curry leaves (optional)
• 1/2 tsp ginger, grated
• for the tadka: 1 tsp ghee / oil, ½ tsp jeera seeds, 1 green chilli - coarsely chopped (optional), pinch of hing, 1/4 tsp black pepper powder, 2 tsp fresh coriander - finely chopped
• 1.5 cups water