For this urad dal recipe, clean, rinse and soak the urad in enough water for 5 – 6 hours or, best, overnight.
In a pressure cooker, add soaked urad along with water, salt, asafoetida, chopped green chilli, and ginger garlic paste. Stir to combine.
Pressure Cook over low heat for 3 whistles. Allow the steam to release naturally.
Heat ghee or oil in a small pan, and fry the sliced onion until golden.
Open the lid of the pressure cooker, and check dal for doneness. Add chilli powder, garam masala, and mix nicely. At this stage, taste and add more spices and salt if required.
Transfer urad dal to a serving platter. Add a layer of fried onions, chopped coriander, and a drizzle of lemon juice.
Serve Sookhi Urad Dal warm with chapati for lunch.