Broccoli Usili

Directions

1. 1
   Soak the dal and red chillies and a 1/2 teaspoon of salt in water for 2 hours.
2. 2
   Drain the water and grind this mix with as little water as possible. You can use a food processor or blender.
3. 3
   Cut the broccoli into even florets. You can prep and cut the stem as well. Boil this in salted water for 6-8 mins till its tender.
4. 4
   Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Cover the pan with a lid as the seeds will go all over the place when it crackles.
5. 5
   Once the mustard seeds have popped add another tablespoon of oil and the dal mix and stir well. Keep the heat on medium low and cover and cook for 10 mins.
6. 6
   Stir every minute or so to ensure even cooking . Make sure the mixture does not burn. Another tablespoon of oil if required.
7. 7
   Taste this mixture and add salt is required. When it is almost fully cooked add the broccoli and mix it well.
8. 8
   Serve it hot mixed with rice ( and a dollop of ghee of course) or as a base for a wrap with some mint chutney, cucumbers and yogurt.