Masala Dal

Ingredients

• •1 cup split yellow lentils (toor dal)
• •3 cups water
• •2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
• •1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• •1 onion, finely chopped
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• •2 tomatoes, diced
• •1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• •1 teaspoon red chili powder
• •1 teaspoon coriander powder
• •to taste salt

Directions

1. 1Rinse the lentils under cold water and cook with 3 cups of water in a pot over medium heat until soft and mushy, about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. 2Heat ghee in a separate pan and add cumin seeds, letting them crackle for 30 seconds.
3. 3Add chopped onion and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
4. 4Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. 5Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
6. 6Add turmeric, red chili powder, and coriander powder, stirring well to combine.
7. 7Pour this spiced mixture into the cooked lentils, stir well, and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. 8Season with salt to taste and serve hot with rice or Indian bread.

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