Tadka Dal

Step 1:
1/4 cup masoor dal
1/4 cup toor dal

Wash the dal several times until water runs clear. Pressure cook it for about 6 whistles. When you are able to open the cooker mix well so its mushy

Step 2:

Heat ghee. Add mustard seeds when they sputter add asofoetida. Turn the heat to low.  Add half the curry leaves and let them crisp up a little. Add the onions and cook until slightly browned. Add the tomatoes and mix well. cook for a couple minutes and then add the turmeric powder and mix. Quickly add the cooked dal and stir. Add a little water and mix. Season with salt and brown sugar and red chilli powder.  Let it come to a boil.  Turn the heat off.

Step 3:

Heat ghee in a tempering pan.  On low heat, add the cumin seeds and wait a few seconds. Add the curry leaves and red chilies and wait a few seconds. Add the garlic and roast till slightly browned. Pour gently over the dal.

Serve with rice.