Indian Lentil Dahl

Ingredients

• •2 tbsp canola oil
• •⅓ cup cilantro
• •1 cup coconut milk
• •1 tbsp ginger
• •1 tsp garam masala
• •4 cloves garlic
• •1 tbsp lime juice
• •1 onion
• •3 plum tomatoes
• •1¼ cups lentils
• •¾ tsp salt
• •3 cups water

Method

Adapted from foodista.com

1. 1In a large saucepan, combine oil, onion and salt at medium-high heat.
2. 2Cook until onion starts to brown, around 5 minutes or so.
3. 3Add garlic, ginger and Garam Masala.
4. 4Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5. 5Add lentils, coconut milk and water.
6. 6Bring to a boil.
7. 7Reduce heat to low.
8. 8Simmer, partially covered until lentils are fully tender and broken down to an almost paste-like consistency, about 25-30 minutes.
9. 9Add lime juice and cilantro. Check for seasoning.
10. 10Serve (over rice if you like), topped with the diced tomatoes.