Ingredients
- Arhar dal (tuvar dal, pigeon pea lentils): ½ cup
- Oil or ghee: 2 tbsp
- Cumin seeds: ½ tsp
- Onion: 1 medium size
- Curry leaves: 10 to 12
- Ginger-garlic paste: 3 tsp
- Tomatoes: 2 medium-sized
- Red chili powder: ¼ tsp
- Turmeric powder: ¼ tsp
- Asafoetida (hing): A pinch
- Water: 2 cups
- Salt: To taste
