Dhal Recipe

(Lentil Puree)

Ingredients :

250 g

1 1/2 tablespoons

1

2 cloves

1 teaspoon

1/2 teaspoon

3 cups

1 teaspoon

1/2 teaspoon

Red lentils

Ghee or oil

Large onion, finely sliced

Garlic, finely chopped

Finely grated fresh ginger

Ground turmeric

Hot water

Salt or to taste

Garam masala

• Wash lentils thoroughly, removing those that float on the surface.

• Drain well.

• Heat ghee and fry onion, garlic and ginger until onion is golden brown.

• Add turmeric and stir well.

• Add drained lentils and fry for a minute or two.

• Then add hot water, bring to the boil.

• Reduce heat to simmer.

• Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until lentils are half cooked.

• Add salt and garam masala, mix well and continue cooking until lentils are soft and the consistency is similar to porridge.

• If there is too much liquid, leave the lid off the pan to speed evaporation.

• Serve dhal plain or garnished with sliced onions, fried until deep golden brown.

• Eat with boiled rice, Indian breads or as a light meal by itself.