Chow-Chow (Chayote) Sabzi - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup green gram (moong dal)
1 chayote, peeled and cut in cubes (chow-chow)
1 big tomatoes, cut finely
3 green chili peppers, cut finely
7 -8 garlic cloves, cut finely
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 sprigs curry leaves
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, for garnishing
1 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Preparation

1. In a pressure cooker put dal, chow-chow (chayote), tomato, turmeric, salt and water. close lid and cook for 4-5 whistles. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2.Heat a deep curved pan, pour oil, add mustard, cumin. when it starts spluttering, add curry leaves, green chilies, garlic and saute for 1 minute then add the cooked dal and vegetable.Give it one boil.
3. Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or roti.