Recipe - Chana Dhal (Or Dal)

8 ounce Chana dhal
1 teaspoon Turmeric
One fourth teaspoon Salt (optional)
2 Green chilies, split
Lengthwise
1 tablespoon Corn oil
1 teaspoon Mustard seed
1 Medium onion, finely cut or sliced up
1 Clove garlic, finely cut or sliced up
One half teaspoon Cayenne pepper

Wash peas in cold running water. When water runs clear set aside to soak
for 4 hours.

Drain peas and put in sauce pan wit turmeric, salt, and green chilies. Add
enough water to cover by 1 inch, and bring to a boil.

Partly cover pan, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until water has been
absorbed and peas are tender but not mushy. Add more water if necessary

Meanwhile, heat corn oil in a skillet. Add mustard seeds and cover pan.
Saute for 2 minutes.

Uncover pan, add onion and garlic, fry until golden. Stir in cayenne pepper
and cook for 30 seconds. Add cooked spices to the peas. Stir cook for 2
minutes. Serve hot.