Simple chana dal

Soak the chana dal in water for about an hour.

Pressure cook the dal with 3 cups hot water, the teaspoon of oil, salt and turmeric for 20 minutes.

Let the pressure release naturally before opening the lid.

Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pot over medium; add the cumin seeds, bay leaf and dry red chili, then the hing.

Add the cooked dal and bring to a boil.

Add the sugar and grated ginger; simmer on low about 6 to 10 minutes.

Add chopped coriander leaves and turn off the heat.