Lauki Chana Dal, Recipe for Lauki Chana Dal

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Lauki is nothing but Bottle Gourd and Chana Dal is Bengal Gram. Both together is cooked with some delectable Indian spices. This wholesome dish is served with Rice or Roti.
Serves:	2-4
Preparation Time:	60-80 mins
Cooking Time:	30 mins
Ingredients:	Bottle Gourd peeled and chopped - 1 medium size
	Oil - 2 tbsp
	Cumin Seeds - ½ tsp
	Bengal Gram - ½ Cup
	Ginger grated - 1 tsp
	Salt to taste
	A pinch of Asafoetida
	Red Chillies - 2
	Turmeric Powder - ¼ tsp
	Red Chilli Powder - ½ tsp
	Garam Masala - 1 tsp
	Mango Powder - 1 tsp
	Coriander Leaves/Cilantro chopped for garnishing
	Water - 1 Cup or as needed to reach the desired consistency
Method:	• Wash and soak Chana dal for an hour or more. • Heat Oil in a pan, add Cumin Seeds, Asafoetida and Red Chillies. Stir fry for few seconds. • Then add Ginger, Turmeric, Chilli Powder and stir fry. • Add Chana dal, Bottle Gourd, Salt and 1 Cup of Water. Cook until the Vegetable and the Dal is soft. • Take off from heat and add Mango Powder and Garnish with Cilantro • Serve hot with Chapatis.