Easy Masoor Daal (Indian Red Lentils)
Description
This masoor daal recipe brings the authentic flavor of India into your kitchen. It's a delicious combo of red lentils, onion, and spices.
Ingredients
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1 cup dry red lentils, rinsed and drained
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
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1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
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1 slice ginger, 1 inch piece, peeled
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2 1/2 cups water, or as needed
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4 teaspoons vegetable oil
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4 teaspoons dried minced onion
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1 teaspoon cumin seeds
Directions
1
Place lentils, salt, cayenne pepper, turmeric, and ginger into a medium saucepan. Pour in enough water to cover lentils by 1 inch; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally and skimming off any foam that forms, until lentils are tender and soupy, 25 to 30 minutes.
2
During the last minute of cooking, combine oil, dried onion, and cumin seeds in a small, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until onion is browned, 45 seconds to 1 minute; be careful not to burn onion.
3
Stir onion-oil mixture into lentils.