Black Dhal

Name: Black Dhal
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 200g beluga lentils; 2 cloves; 1 star anise; 2 cardamom pods; 1 tbsp fennel seeds; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp Garam masala; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tbsp coconut oil, for cooking; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger; 1/2 tin of chopped tomatoes; 400ml tin of coconut milk; Rice of your choice; Chopped fresh coriander; Extra drizzle of coconut milk