Fast and simple daal using red lentils.Ingredients | Tasty Vegetarian Dishes Indian
1 cup red lentils
1 slice ginger, 1 inch piece, peeled
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
4 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
Directions
Rinse lentils thoroughly and place in a medium saucepan along with ginger, turmeric, salt and cayenne pepper. Cover with about 1 inch of water and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam that forms on top of the lentils. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender and soupy.
Meanwhile, in a microwave safe dish combine oil, dried onion and cumin seeds. Microwave on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute; be sure to brown, but not burn, onions. Stir into lentil mixture.
Info | Tasty Vegetarian Dishes Indian
prep:
5 mins
cook:
30 mins
total:
35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Tasty Vegetarian Dishes Indian : A staple dish in indian cuisine, this vegetarian dhal with vegetables is made with coconut milk, giving it extra flavor.
