Chana Dal Soup:

Ingredients:
- 1 cup Chana Dal (split Bengal gram)
- 4 cups water
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:
1. Rinse the Chana Dal under running water until the water runs clear.
2. In a pressure cooker, add the Chana Dal, water, onion, garlic, ginger, tomato, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, and coriander powder. Close the lid and cook for 3-4 whistles.
3. Once the pressure releases, open the lid and check if the Chana Dal is cooked and soft.
4. Using a hand blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier soup, you can skip this step.
5. Adjust the consistency of the soup by adding more water if needed. Season with salt.
6. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for another 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves and a squeeze of lemon juice.

This Chana Dal soup is a comforting and nutritious meal that is packed with protein and fiber. Enjoy it with some whole wheat roti or rice for a complete and satisfying meal.