Gujrati Dal

Directions

1. 1
   Wash dal.
2. 2
   Place legumes in a bowl and cover with hot water.
3. 3
   Soak for 2 hours, drain and rinse.
4. 4
   Put in a large pot with the turmeric, ginger, garlic, chilies and 3 cups water.
5. 5
   Boil and simmer for 45 minutes.
6. 6
   Turn off heat and let cool slightly.
7. 7
   Puree with a wire whisk.
8. 8
   Heat ghee in a deep pot and add mustard seeds.
9. 9
   Fry for 15 seconds.
10. 10
    Add cumin seeds and cook for 10 seconds.
11. 11
    Add asafetida and cook for a second or two, then add the tomatoes.
12. 12
    Cook, stirring rapidly, for 3 to 4 minutes.
13. 13
    Add eggplant and zucchini and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
14. 14
    Add lentil puree and salt and bring to a boil.
15. 15
    Reduce heat and cook covered for 20 minutes.
16. 16
    Serve over plain rice.