Masoor Ki Dal is a very tasty dal preparation made usind Red Lenthils this is made in Dhaaba style

METHOD
1.In a pan heat oil - 1 tablespoon

2.To it add diced onions - 1 big sized and fry till they turn brown in colour

3.Add ginger garlic paste - 1 teaspoon saute till raw smell disappears

4.Then add diced green chilies - 3 and saute

5.Then reduce flame and add
Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Coriander powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Black pepper powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Salt - as required
Saute them by adding a little water

6.Then add tomatoes - 1 big sized chopped and cook till it becomes smooth

7.Add red lenthils - 100gram that was washed and soaked in water for 15 minutes

8.Add water - 2 cups

9.Add few coriander leaves and mix

10.Cook dal under high flame for 2 minutes then lower the flame and cook for 10 minutes or till it is done

11.Now for tempering we need
Clarified butter - 1 tablespoon to it add
Thinly sliced onion - 1/2
Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
Few curry leaves
Kashmiri red chili powder - 1/4 teaspoon
Add this to the dal

12. Dal is ready serve it hot with roti or rice