Wash toor dal under running cold water till water runs clear.

soak the dal in enough water for at least 30 minutes.

after 30 minutes, discard soaking water.

Add dal to the pressure cooker with 1 ½ cups of water and turmeric powder.

Close the lid, put the weight on and cook it on medium heat for 3-4 whistles.

let the pressure go down by itself and then open the lid.

Mash the dal well so it will smooth. I have used hand blender, you can use mixer or magic bullet.

Add salt and jaggery. Add extra water if required to make desired consistency.

Again turn the heat to medium and bring the dal to a simmer.

Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.

heat the ghee or oil in a small tadka pan.

Once hot add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.

As seeds sizzle, turn off the stove, wait for few seconds.

Then add red chili powder and hing.

Immediately add tadka or tempering to the dal.

Stir well and serve with rice.