In a medium pan, add the oil and warm it at low heat
Add both mustard seeds and allow the black mustard seeds to pop
Add the cumin seeds
Add the turmeric and cayenne pepper
Add the ginger and garlic and saute for 30 seconds
Add the curry leaves followed immediately by water and tomato puree
Heat for a couple minutes and then remove from heat
Turn on your slow cooker and allow it warm up for about 5 minutes
Add the tomato puree with all the spices into the slow cooker
Add the lentils and pinto beans
Stir well once and then allow it to cook on its own for 4-5 hours
After 5 hours, open the lid and stir. Add more water, if needed
Add the cherry tomatoes and cook uncovered for the next 2 hours
Stir it occasionally
Remove from the slow cooker and serve with naan or rice. Or Both! :)
Notes
Nutrition Info is approximatePlease note that these instructions and ingredient amounts are based on my small slow cooker. If you are cooking in a crockpot or a slow cooker, please adjust the volume based on that. Also, cook time will vary based on your slow cooker