Sojne Pata diye Bhaja Muger Dal (Drumstick Dal - Bengali Style)

Pressure cook the soaked dal, drumstick leaves and 1 1/2 cups water for 4-5 whistles. Mash slightly and keep aside.

Heat oil in a pan. Temper with dry red chilies, bay leaves, cinnamon,
cardamoms, cloves, ginger, panch phoron and turmeric powder. Saute for a few seconds.

Add the boiled dal, green chilies & salt. Bring it to a boil and simmer for 4-5 minutes on a low flame.

When done, switch off the flame and add the ghee. Give it a stir.

Serve with plain steamed rice, accompanied with some aloo bhaja (potato fry), begun bhaja (eggplant fry) or papad for a wholesome simple meal.