Banana Dahl

Name: Banana Dahl
Ingredients: 1 onion, finely sliced; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 inch gingerroot, grated; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 225 g red lentils, washed and drained; 700 ml vegetable stock, warmed; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; salt and pepper; 4 firm bananas, sliced or 4 plantains, sliced and fried

12 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

1 onion, finely sliced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 inch gingerroot, grated
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
225 g red lentils, washed and drained
700 ml vegetable stock, warmed
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
salt and pepper
4 firm bananas, sliced or 4 plantains, sliced and fried

Directions

1

Fry the onion, garlic and ginger in the oil over a gentle heat for approx ten minutes until golden.
2

Add the turmeric and fry for a further 1 minute.
3

Add the lentils and fry for 2 minutes.
4

Add the warmed stock and bring to the boil then simmer for 15 minutes.
5

Add the spices and seasoning and simmer for a further 10 minutes.
6

If using banana or plantain add it a coupe of minutes before serving to allow to warm through.
7

Serve with warm chapattis or naan bread.