Strain the lentils and keep aside

Add the lentils to a pressure cooker and add about 2 cups of water to it. Start the stove now and keep on medium heat

Add the turmeric powder and salt to taste. mix well

Next add half the onions chopped to the lentils

Now pressure cook for upto 4-5 whistles and switch off the stove

For the masala/tempering:

Melt ghee/ butter in a wok and add the remaining onions and sauté till they are slightly brown

Next add the tomatoes and cook on Low heat covered till they are soft

Add chopped garlic-ginger and cumin powder

Followed by red chilli and Dhanshak powders

Add the green chilli paste.Mix well and take off heat

Open the cooker to check the lentil mix. If slightly uncooked, use a masher to mash the lentils and vegetables

Put it back on stove and keep on Low heat

Next add the lemon juice

Finish by mixing coriander leaves.

Serve warm with the accompaniment of your choice

My tip: if you are unable to find Dhanshak masala, use a strong flavoured curry or regular garam masala powder