Easy Dal Dhokli (Lentil Soup with Homemade Dumplings)

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1. 1Step 1: Start the instant pot in sauté mode and heat the ghee/oil in it. Add all the tempering ingredients. Let them cook for 30 seconds. Then add peanuts. Saute for a minute. Add the dal, water, and spices. Stir well.
2. 2Step 2: Close the lid with the vent in a sealing position. Next, change the instant pot setting to manual or pressure cook mode at high pressure for 8 mins. After the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally. Open the lid. (Note: you can prepare dhokli while the dal is cooking)
3. 3Step 3: Add the jaggery. Using a whisk, mash the dal. (A hand blender is not required) Sprinkle the lime juice. Add more water. Set aside until the dhokli is ready.
4. 4Step 4: In a large bowl, add all the dhokli ingredients except water and mix it well. Now slowly start adding water little at a time and make the dough smooth by kneading it. Knead the dough until it is smooth and soft.
5. 5Step 5: Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and make a dough ball. Dust with wheat flour if necessary and roll to a little thick consistency. Cut into diamond shapes.
6. 6Step 6: Now change the Instant pot setting to saute mode on low and bring the dal to a boil. Once the dal has reached a boil, add the dhokli pieces one by one and stir well. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the dhokli is completely cooked. Stir in between at 3 minute intervals.
7. 7Step 7: Finally, garnish with cilantro and serve. You can optionally top with a dollop of ghee in the serving bowl.
8. 8Step 8: Follow the same steps as above in a stovetop pressure cooker to make the dal on medium-high flame. Pressure cook for 4-5 whistles, then let the pressure release naturally. Bring the dal to a boil on medium heat, then lower the heat and add the dhokli pieces one by one. Cover with a lid and let it simmer on low flame for about 10-12 minutes until the dhokli is cooked.