Dahl
A staple from the finest tradition of Indian cookery. This mouth-watering, creamy lentil dish is delicious and simple.
Ingredients
- 1 lbs. lentils
First Seasoning
- 1 oz. butter
- 3 slices ginger, julienned
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 pods green cardamom
- Cayenne, to taste
- Salt
Tarka
- 2 oz. butter or ghee
- 3 buds green cardamom, ground
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 pinch asafoetida
- 2 tsp black cumin
- 2 Tbsp parsley, chopped
Method
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1
With a colander, clean lentils thoroughly under cold water until it runs clear. Drain and place in a saucepan. cover with water.
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2
Bring to a boil and remove froth from the surface. Reduce heat. Add First Seasoning ingredients. Cover and cook until lentils resemble a purée.
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3
In a separate pan, heat the ghee or butter. Add asafoetida and black cumin and cook for about 10 seconds.
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4
Add garlic and cardamom to the pan. Cook for another 20 seconds.
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5
Pour mixture over the lentils. Garnish with parsley and serve piping hot.
