Masoor Dal

Directions

1. 1
   Bring dal to boil in a large stock pot with 4 cups water and bring to a boil.
2. 2
   When it comes to a boil, there will be a gray surface scum.
3. 3
   Skim this away and then add the ginger and turmeric.
4. 4
   Turn the heat low and simmer partially covered for 1 hour.
5. 5
   When done, a thick puree settles on the bottom.
6. 6
   Make sure you stir the dal several times in the last 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Heat the oil in a small skillet and when it smokes add the pinch of asafetida.
8. 8
   One second later, add the cumin and peppers.
9. 9
   Cook until the peppers until both sides turn dark (a few seconds).
10. 10
    Pour the oil spice mixture into the dal with the salt and stir for 1 minute.