Dry Coconut Dal - ಕೊಬ್ರಿ ದಾಲ್

This is a simple upgrade to the humble dal!

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Serves: 3-4 people

You will need:

1. Toor Dal - 1 cup
2. Dry coconut - 1/2 cup
3. Coriander Seeds - 1 tspn
4. Curry leaves 
5. Mustard seeds 
6. Turmeric powder
7. Asafoetida / Hing
8. Cooking Oil - for tempering
9. Salt

To cook:

• Cook toor dal in a pressure cooker and keep it aside. 
• In a blender, grind the dry coconut and coriander seeds with a little water. Make sure the paste is nicely ground. Once done, set it aside. 
• Next, in a pan, add the cooked dal, the above ground paste, turmeric powder and curry leaves. Let it come to a boil. 
• Once boiled, add salt and give it a good stir.

For tempering: Add oil, mustard seeds and asafoetida.

Serve it hot with rice!

Dry Coconut Dal

Tip: The ground paste can be stored for upto 2 months in a freezer!