Known as dal in India, this dish is often offered over rice or topped with plain yogurt.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
6 cups water
2 cups lentils, rinsed, drained
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon chili powder
Pinch of ground cloves
Curry powder
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Preparation
Step 1
Bring first 4 ingredients and 1 tablespoon oil to boil in large saucepan. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered until lentils are tender, about 35 minutes. Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until brown, about 18 minutes. Mix in chili powder and cloves; stir 1 minute.
Step 2
Stir onion mixture into lentils. Season with pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with curry powder, then cilantro.
