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Serves 4
- ½ cup dried red lentils
- 1 small onion, diced finely
- ½ tsp cumin seeds/powder
- ½ red chilli, de-seeded and chopped finely, optional
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 2 heaped tsp grated fresh ginger
- 2-4 cloves of garlic, crushed or finely sliced
- 1 heaped tsp garam masala
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp tomato purée
Bring to the boil and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender, adding a little more water if needed.
In another pan make the tarka by heating 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Fry the cumin and onion until golden.
Add the remaining ingredients (except the garam masala) and cook for 2-3 minutes on a low heat.
Add the cooked dal to the tarka and stir in the garam masala. Season to taste.
Cook on a low heat for a further 5 minutes, adding a little more water if needed.
Serve with rice/chapattis and a vegetable curry.
Alternatives: Try using different pulses or a combination of lentils and adjust the cooking time as necessary.
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In another pan make the tarka by heating 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Fry the cumin and onion until golden.
Add the remaining ingredients (except the garam masala) and cook for 2-3 minutes on a low heat.
Add the cooked dal to the tarka and stir in the garam masala. Season to taste.
Cook on a low heat for a further 5 minutes, adding a little more water if needed.
Serve with rice/chapattis and a vegetable curry.
Alternatives: Try using different pulses or a combination of lentils and adjust the cooking time as necessary.
This looks yummy!
ReplyDeleteI'll try it this week :-)
Hope you like it!
DeleteI love dal. My favourite one has coconut milk and spinach. I really fancy trying this one. lovely spices :)
ReplyDeleteOoh, coconut milk sound like a good addition.
DeleteLooks like spicy isn't it? Me likey.
ReplyDeleteOnly just discovered your blog, and made this for dinner tonight. It was LOVELY!! Thanks :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for that Claire...glad you enjoyed it.
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