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Method of preparation: Take a heavy-bottomed vessel and heat on the stove. Add the moong dal and stir it till it turns golden-brown in colour. Pour the dal into another utensil and wash thoroughly with cold water. Once washed, place the dal with water on the stove once again and let it boil for 25 minutes. Add the pieces of peeled bottle gourd to the dal and boil till it gets soft. Alternatively, you can use a pressure cooker and after three whistles you'll know the dal is boiled. Place a deep pan on the stove. Add the ghee or oil, heat. Add the cumin seeds, green chillies and stir for half a minute. Now add the dal and stir well. Let the dal simmer for 3 to 4 minutes and it'll be ready. Add chopped coriander to garnish. Serve with plain boiled rice.