Pureéd lentils, or dal, are a staple in Indian cuisine. Make sure to add the salt to these lentils only after they're cooked. If added before, it will take longer for them to get tender.
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Ingredients
Method
Combine rinsed lentils with 4 cups water in a medium pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are very soft and pulpy, about 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and cinnamon; cook for 60 seconds until fragrant, then stir in turmeric and salt. Add onion, garlic, ginger and serrano and cook until golden brown, taking care not to burn them.
Discard the cinnamon stick and add onion mixture and lemon juice to lentils and stir well. Serve hot, with rice on the side and garnished with cilantro.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
340
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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