Pachai payaru Masiyal / Moong dal curry / Green gram curry

Method

1. 1

   1. Soak the dal in water for an hour.

2. 2

   2. Pressure cook the moong dal with the water for a good 10 minutes or 5-6 whistles.

3. 3

   3. Heat oil in a saute pan, add the cumin and curry leaves. Let it splutter.

4. 4

   4. When the cumin splutters, add the shallots or onions, green chillies and salt.

5. 5

   5. Saute for a good 5 minutes in low flame until the onions are translucent and starting to brown.

6. 6

   6. Remove from heat and mix in the cooked dal and grind it in a mixie/food processor until smooth.

7. 7

   7. Serve hot with rice and ghee