To make Maa Dal, first wash the lentils and Rajma 2-3 times

Now soak them in water for 8 hours

You can also soak for this 24 hours

Now put 5 cups of water and a little salt in a pan and keep it to boil

Add dal and rajma to it and cook till it becomes soft

It will take at least 2 to 3 hours of work

If you are in a hurry, you can also cook lentils and beans in a pressure cooker

After cooking, add tomatoes, ginger to the lentils and let it cook for 2 minutes

Now mash the lentils and tomatoes and let it cook for 3 to 4 minutes

Heat ghee in a tempering pan

Add cumin seeds and cook till it turns light brown

Now add dry red chillies, coriander powder, garam masala powder and cook for 1 minute

Keep in mind that the spices do not burn

Add this tempering to the dal, mix, slow down the heat and let it cook for 10 to 15 minutes

Serve Maa Daal with brinjal filling, boondi raita and phulka for dinner