Ingredients
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1
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2
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2
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15
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1/2
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2
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1/2
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1 1/2
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Directions
Steps
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1
Done
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Heat the 1 T Oil in a Wok or Heavy Skillet Over Medium Heat For 3 Minutes. |
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2
Done
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Add the Urad and Channa Dal and Chiles. |
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3
Done
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Fry Stirring Constantly Until the Beans Begin to Turn Color, About 3 Minutes. |
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4
Done
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Stir in the Asafetida and Sesame Seeds. |
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5
Done
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Continue Frying Until the Contents of the Pan Are Nicely Browned and Smell Roasted, About 3 Minutes. |
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6
Done
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Turn Off the Heat, Transfer Mixture to a Plate and Cool Completely. |
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7
Done
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Blend in the Sugar and Salt. |
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8
Done
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Grind the Mixture to a Powder Using a Coffee Grinder (my Preferred Method), or a Large Mortar and Pestle or Spice Mill. |
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9
Done
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the Powder Should Be Neither Course, nor as Fine as Flour; It Should Have a Grainy Texture. |
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10
Done
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This Mixture Stays Fresh Indefinitely If Stored in an Airtight Container in a Cool Place. |
