Dhal

Categories: appetizer

Servings: 6

  1 1/4 c  Brown lentils                       1 ts Garam Masala
  3 3/4 c  Water                             1/2 ts Ground ginger
      1 ts Turmeric                            1 ts Coriander
      1    Garlic clove, crushed             1/2 ts Cayenne pepper
      2 tb Ghee                                     Fresh cilantro sprigs (opt)
      1 lg Onion, chopped                 

Wash lentils in cold water.

In a saucepan, combine lentils, water, turmeric and garlic. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Uncover and cook 2-3 minutes to reduce excess liquid.

Heat ghee in a saucepan. Add onion and fry gently 5 minutes. Add Garam Masala, ginger, coriander and cayenne pepper; cook gently 1 minute. Add mixture to lentils and stir well. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

NOTE: For a less fiery flavor, reduce cayenne pepper.

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