This recipe is supposedly a family favourite of actor Anil Kapoor (his wife’s recipe):
* 1 cup split urad dal (black lentils) — Pick over very carefully, thenĀ soak in cold water overnight, and drain before using
* 2 large onions, thinly sliced (each onion is used separately)
* 3 green chilies, halved lengthwise
* Pinch of asafoetida
* Coarse salt
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