Palak Dal

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In lg saucepan over med-high heat, bring to a boil 4½ cups water, lentils, ginger, and turmeric. Reduce heat to vigorous simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until lentils are soft and starting to break down, 18-20 min.

Step 2

Whisk lentils vigorously until coarsely pureed, about 30 sec. Continue to cook until lentils have a consistency of loose polenta or oatmeal, about 5 min longer. Stir in spinach and salt and cook until spinach wilts 30-60 sec. Cover and set aside off heat.

Step 3

Melt ghee in 10-inch skillet over med-high heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds and stir constantly until seeds sizzle and pop, about 30 sec. Add onion and stir frequently until beginning to brown, about 5 min. Add curry leaves, garlic, arbols, and serrano and cook until onion and garlic are golden brown, 3-4 min.

Step 4

Add lemon juice to lentils and stir to incorporate. Adjust consistency to that of loose polenta with 1 Tbsp hot water at a time. Season with salt and lemon juice to taste. Serve with onion mixture spooned over top of dal and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with naan and basmati rice.