Ingredients

• 1 cup chana dal
• 4-5 dry red chillies
• 2-3 fresh red chillies (optional)
• 1 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste
• 5-6 cloves of garlic

How to Make Chana dal chutney (pachadi)

• In a pan, heat one tablespoon of oil.
• Add one cup of chana dal and dry and fresh red chillies. Fry on medium heat till light brown.
• Add some water and keep aside for a few minutes for the dal to soften.
• Just before serving, add salt and grind to make a paste.
• Now, add garlic and grind again. Serve with hot rice, ghee, or butter.
• Can also be served with idli/dosa/or as a bread spread.