Red Lentil Dahl

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Red Lentil Dahl

 

 

1 cup dried red split lentils, washed, drained

4 cups water

3 thin slices fresh ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/4 cup canola oil

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

 

 

1. Place lentils and water into a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to

the boil. Use a spoon to skim any residue from surface.

 

2. Reduce heat to low. Add ginger and turmeric. Partially cover with a

lid. Simmer for 1 hour. Cook, stirring, for a further 30 minutes or

until lentils are tender.

 

3. Heat oil in a small frying pan over high heat. Add cumin, coriander

and cayenne pepper. Cook for 30 seconds. Stir into lentils. Season

with salt. Serve.

 

 

Serves 8 as a side dish.