Masoor Saar - Mangalorean Style Masoor Dal

  

• Wash well & soak 1 full cup of whole masoor dal in water for about 2 hours

• Add masoor dal in pressure cooker with 3 cups of water & cook in medium heat for 5 whistles.

• Add the contents into a vessel with 2 cups of water & salt & heat on low flame.

• In a small pan add 2 tblsp of oil, when hot add in crushed 8-10 garlic with skin on and fry till it turns slightly brownish, then add in 3-4 cut red chillies. Mix well, fry for a few seconds and then pour it over the simmering masoor saar vessel.

• Remove from fire and keep it aside covered for the flavors of the garlic and the chilly aroma to get blended in for an hour and then it is ready to be served.