Wash and rinse the chana dal until water runs clear

Then allow to soak for a minimum of 30 minutes, the longer the better

Then add the chana dal, 2 cups of water, turmeric and salt to a pressure cooker. Cook until the dal is soft, do not drain the water

In a pan, add the oil and allow to heat up before adding the cumin seeds and chilli powder. Allow to cook until the cumin seeds begin to pop

Add in the green chilli, onion, garlic, ginger and tomatoes before cooking for 2-3 minutes until all soft

Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, asafoetida and amchur powder (optional). Taste and adjust for salt

Add the dal and kasuri methi to the masala and cook to desired consistency

Take off the heat and stir in chopped coriander, serve with basmati rice, naan, roti, etc.