Bengal gram with parwal(pointed gourd)

Ingredients

1.Bengal gram(chana dal) - 1cup(soak in water for 2hrs)
2.Parwal - 5nos(peeled and cut in rounds)
3.Grated coconut - 1/2cup
4.Whole red chilly - 2nos
5.Turmeric powder - 3/4tsp
6.Desi ghee - 1tsp
7.Salt to taste
8.Mustard oil - 2tsp

Method

Heat oil in a pressure cooker.Temper whole red chilly in it.Now add parwal,turmeric powder,salt and stir fry in low flame for 2 to 3 mins.Next add soaked chana dal along with 2cups of water.Also add grated coconut,save some of it for garnishing also.Stir well and close the lid of the pressure cook.After the first whistle from the pressure cooker lower down the flame and keep cooking for another 15mins.After opening the lid, add desi ghee giving a final stir.Garnish with grated coconut and serve hot.