Dal

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:13:47 GMT

Step 1

1. Heat ghee/oil in a saucepan.

Step 2

2. This is the "tadka" or tempering step where we bloom spices and aromatics in hot oil to flavor the dish. Add mustard seeds and let them pop. Add cumin seeds and onion and saute until the onion is slightly brown.

Step 3

3. Add ginger, garlic, curry leaves, tomato, turmeric, cayenne and salt, and stir for a few seconds.

Step 4

4. Add rinsed lentils and 3 cups water, bring to a boil, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally until the dal is completely cooked and falls apart into a silky stew. (no al dente stuff here). Add water as needed to make a thick/thin dal to your taste. Turn off the heat. (If you are using a pressure cooker, cook under high pressure for 4 minutes, natural release).

Step 5

5. Stir in the garam masala, lemon juice and cilantro. Taste and adjust salt.

Step 6

Serve as a soup, or with crusty bread, or with steamed rice and roasted vegetables on the side.

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