Masoor dal

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupMasoor dal
1Onion
Ginger, fresh; 1\"
cup;Water
1pinchTurmeric
2Garlic cloves
1teaspoonCumin seeds
2tablespoonsButter

Directions

Wash the dal well and drain. Boil the water and add the dal, salt, pepper, turmeric, finely chopped ginger, and garlic. Cover the pot and simmer for 20 minutes.

When done, heat the ghi add the cumin. Fry till golden brown and add thinly sliced onions. Fry till crisp and brown. May add paprika and finely chopped tomatoes to the above for color. Pour over the dal and serve.

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