TARKA DHALL

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Dhall is served at almost every meal in India. It is a staple food, there are many versions of this dish. Remember it's not an authentic meal if you serve curry without t he dhall. Here is one of my favourites, very easy to cook.

Provided by Brian Holley

Categories Lentil

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb lentils
2 pints water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 medium onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 dried red chilies
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
2 tablespoons oil
1 garlic clove, sliced

Steps:

Wash lentils till the water runs clear.
Drain the lentils.
Place lentils in pan with the water, salt, turmeric, onion, garlic and chillis.
Cook till the lentils are soft and sloppy.
Heat the oil in a separate pan, fry the cumin seeds till they start to pop, add the garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Serve the lentils with the fried garlic and cumin seeds poured over them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 595, Carbohydrate 28.8, Fiber 10, Sugar 4.5, Protein 11.2

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