Traditional Red Lentil Dahl

Ingredients

1 large onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, crushed

2 teaspoons grated ginger

2 teaspoons Screaming Seeds Garam Masala or Kashmiri Krush spice blend

1 cup red lentils

3½ cups vegetable stock

¾ cup coconut milk (optional)

Method

• Sauté onion, garlic and ginger for a few minutes or until soft
• Add Screaming Seeds Garam Masala or Kashmiri Krush and sauté gently for two more minutes
• Add the red lentils, stirring well for 5 minutes, then add stock
• Bring to boil, then partially cover and simmer for approximately 30 minutes or until lentils are soft and stock is nearly absorbed. Add more stock if needed
• If using coconut milk, stir in now and heat through gently

Serve warm with papadums or toasted pita bread chips with natural yoghurt.

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