To make this simple and delicious Toor Dal and Bottle Gourd recipe, start by washing and soaking 1 cup of Toor Dal for 30 minutes. In a pressure cooker, add the soaked Toor Dal and 3 cups of water. Also, add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder. Peel and chop 1 medium-sized bottle gourd into medium cubes and add them to the pressure cooker as well.


Close the pressure cooker lid and cook the dal and bottle gourd mixture for 1 whistle.Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.


Once the pressure is released, open the lid and add 6 crushed green chillies and salt to taste. Mix well and cook the dal and bottle gourd mixture on medium heat for another 2-3 minutes.


For the tadka, heat 1 tablespoon of ghee or oil in a small pan. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds, and a pinch of hing (asafoetida). Once the seeds start to splutter, add some curry leaves, and fry for a few seconds until the spices turn aromatic.


Add this tadka to the cooked dal and bottle gourd mixture and give it a good mix. Garnish with some fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or chapatis. This comforting and nutritious dal recipe with added green chillies and salt is perfect for a wholesome and spicy meal.

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