Ribbed Gourd Dal

Ingredients:
Ribbed Gourd – 2
Chana Dal – 2 tblsp
Tomatoes – 2, chopped
Green Chillies – 6, chopped
Oil – 1 tblsp
Garlic – 1 tsp, ground
Red Chilli Powder – 1/4 tsp
Coriander – 1/2 tsp, dry roasted and ground
Turmeric Powder – 1/4 tsp
Salt as per taste
Cumin Powder – 1/4 tsp
Coriander Leaves – 1 bunch

For Seasoning:
Oil – 1 tblsp
Dry Red Chillies – 2
Mustard Seeds – 1/2 tsp
Curry Leaves – 6

Method:
1. Peel and cut gourd into 1 1/2 inch pieces.
2. Boil the chana dal in 1 1/2 cups of water till soft.
3. Add gourd, tomatoes and green chillies.
4. Cook till the gourd is soft and tender but not mushy.
5. Heat oil in a pan.
6. Fry garlic, red chilli powder, coriander, turmeric powder, salt and cumin powder.
7. Add the vegetables and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Keep aside to cool.
9. Fry the seasoning ingredients till brown.
10. Pour over the vegetables and cover with a lid.
11. Garnish with coriander leaves.
12. Serve hot.