Moringa lentil soup

Ingredients:

• ½ cup soaked lentils (masoor dal, moong dal)
• 2 cups chopped drumsticks
• 2 tbsp dried moringa leaves
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1-2 green chilies, chopped
• 1-inch ginger, chopped
• ¾ tbsp turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed

For tempering:

• ¾ tbsp ghee
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• 2-3 cloves garlic, chopped

Method (Concise):

1. In a pressure cooker, add lentils, drumsticks, onion, tomatoes, green chilies, ginger, turmeric, salt, and water.
2. Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles.
3. Blend the mixture to a smooth consistency and strain if desired.
4. For tempering, heat ghee, add cumin seeds and garlic, sauté lightly, and pour over the soup.
5. Serve hot.