Dal – Indian lentil dish

Ingredients for 2 servings:

• 100 g lentils, red
• Water, 250 – 500 ml
• 1 onion(s), quartered and thinly sliced
• 1 garlic clove(s), finely chopped
• 1 slice(s) ginger root, chopped finely
• 2 small tomatoes, quartered
• 2 chili peppers, dried, cut into approx. 5 mm pieces
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp salt or to taste
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

Working time approx. 25 minutes; Cooking/baking time approx. 40 minutes; Total time approx. 1 hour 5 minutes

Vegetarian dal with tomatoes, dried chilies and butter

Heat the washed and drained lentils with the garlic, ginger, salt and turmeric in 250ml of water and then simmer for about 30-35 minutes over low to medium heat until soft. If necessary, add a little more water during simmering to prevent the lentils from running dry. Heat the butter in a pan, briefly fry the chili together with the cumin seeds and then add the onions. Once the onions are golden brown, add the tomatoes and fry for a little longer. Finally, add the cooked lentils and continue to simmer for about 5-10 minutes. Serve with naan, roti canai or rice.