Yellow Lentil Soup

Servings 6. Wash the dal. In a pressure cooker take four cups of water and add the dal and one tea spoon turmeric powder, one teaspoon salt. Bring to boil and when starts steaming, reduce heat and cook for three minutes. Do not overcook. Allow cooker to cool. Add, coriander powder, green chilies, sugar and remaining water. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer for six to seven minutes. Heat oil and ghee in a non-stick pan for one minute. Add chopped onion and garlic and fry till light brown. Add chopped tomato and cilantro and continue frying for two minutes. Add a pinch of hing and cook for a few seconds and remove from heat. Add red chili powder and dal immediately. Serve hot with nan or steamed rice.