Easy Masoor Daal
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Description
Fast and simple daal using red lentils.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 slice ginger, 1 inch piece, peeled
- ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
- 4 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 4 teaspoons dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
Directions
- 1. Rinse lentils thoroughly and place in a medium saucepan along with ginger, turmeric, salt and cayenne pepper. Cover with about 1 inch of water and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam that forms on top of the lentils. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender and soupy.
- 2. Meanwhile, in a microwave safe dish combine oil, dried onion and cumin seeds. Microwave on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute; be sure to brown, but not burn, onions. Stir into lentil mixture.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 4 servings
calories: 184.6 kcal
carbohydrates: 25 g
protein: 11.1 g
saturated fat: 0.8 g
sodium: 868.3 mg
fiber: 9.7 g
sugar: 2.6 g
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