Soak chanadal in enough of water for 2 hrs, drain and set aside

In a cooker add dal, salt, turmeric and 2 1/2 cups of water and give 2- 3 whistles (dal should not be mushy)

Once done switch off the flame

For tempering :in a pan add 2 tsp oil or ghee add zeera when it crackles add red chilli powder, switch off the flame

Now pour this tempering on dal

Top this dal with some onions, coriander leaves and tamarind chutney