Lucknawi Dalethnic, vegetarian 2 cup pink lentils 1 1/2 quart water 1 salt 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon tamarind paste 1/4 cup oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 large onion, chopped 6 each garlic cloves, crushed 1 each 1 piece ginger, chopped 1/2 teaspoon dried red chilies Wash lentils & boil in water with salt, turmeric & tamarind over medium heat for 20 minutes. Heat oil in a small pot. Add cumin seeds & fry for a minute. Stir in onion, garlic & ginger & fry till onion is browned & soft. Add chili & stir fro 30 seconds. Remove & pour over lentils, mix thoroughly & return to a boil. Serve with rice. Rani, "Feast of India" |
