Telangana Pappu Charu Lentil Tamarind Soup Everyday Thin

Method

1. 1

   Pressure cook toor dal with 3 cups water and turmeric for 4 whistles until soft. Whisk well.

2. 2

   Add finely chopped tomatoes and tamarind water. Stir. Add slit green chillies.

3. 3

   Simmer on medium for 8 to 10 minutes until tomatoes are soft and the charu has a pleasant sour-savoury character.

4. 4

   The charu should be thin and flowing — not thick like dal. Add more water if needed.

5. 5

   Season with salt.

6. 6

   For tempering: heat 2 tbsp oil. Add mustard seeds — pop.

7. 7

   Add cumin, asafoetida, curry leaves and dried red chillies.

8. 8

   Add crushed garlic — fry 1 minute until golden. Turn off heat. Add red chilli powder.

9. 9

   Pour tempering over the charu. Stir. Garnish with coriander.