Indian Dhal

Name: Indian Dhal
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups red lentils (310 g); 1 tablespoon oil (original calls for ghee); 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder (or use 1/2 tbs grated fresh ginger); 2 2 tablespoons mint (optional) or 2 tablespoons coriander, chopped (optional); 2 cups water (500ml)

9 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups red lentils (310 g)
1 tablespoon oil (original calls for ghee)
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ginger powder (or use 1/2 tbs grated fresh ginger)
2 2 tablespoons mint (optional) or 2 tablespoons coriander, chopped (optional)
2 cups water (500ml)

Directions

1

Rinse the lentils well under cold water. Drain in a colander.
2

Heat oil or ghee in a large pan. Add onion and cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes or until lightly coloured and soft.
3

Add garlic, ginger and spices and sautee until fragrant.
4

Now add the lentils and the water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes or until nealy all the liquid has been absorbed and the lentils are soft.The dhal should be thick.
5

Sitr in the chopped herb of your choice.
6

Serve warm with naan bread.