Methods

1. In a pressure cooker or a pot with a lid, heat the oil or ghee on medium high heat until it shimmers. Add the whole spices and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the onions and cook for 3 minutes. Add the ginger and cook for a minute until just fragrant. 
2. Add the vegetables, spices and salt and saute to mix well. Add enough water to cover and pressure cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. If using a pot, cover and cook on a medium low flame for 20 minutes until everything has softened to your liking. 
3. Adjust the salt to taste. Sprinkle with cilantro and server with yogurt, lentils or as is!