Cook the dal

• Rinse the toor dal and soak it in water.
• Transfer the dal to a pressure cooker with water, turmeric and salt.
• Pressure cook until the dal is soft and mashable.

Prepare the tadka

• Heat the ghee in a frying pan.
• Add the cumin seeds, mustard seeds, dried red chilies and asafoetida and let them crackle.
• Add the garlic and onion and fry until golden.

Add the tomato and spices

• Stir in the tomato and red chili powder.
• Cook until the tomato softens and the oil separates.

Combine and finish

• Pour the tadka into the cooked dal and mix well.
• Simmer the dal for a few minutes, adding water if needed.
• Stir in the coriander leaves and lemon juice and serve hot.