Sivakasi Everyday Moong Panch Phoron

Ingredients

• 🫙Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  
• 🧅Onion1, finely chopped
  
• 🍅Tomato2, chopped
  
• 🌶️Coriander Powder1 tsp
  
• 🫙Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  
• 🌾Yellow Moong Dal1 cup, rinsed
  

Optional extras

• 🧈Ghee1 tbsp
  
• 🌿Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

3. 3

   Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

4. 4

   Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

5. 5

   Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

6. 6

   Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

7. 7

   Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

8. 8

   Rest a minute, then serve hot.