Dal Tadka

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Simmer lentils in water with turmeric for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft; add water if needed.

2. 02

   Step 2

   In a frying pan heat 1 tbsp ghee. Fry onion for 7 minutes, add ginger, tomatoes and ground coriander and cook 5 minutes.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Stir tomato mixture and salt into lentils and simmer 5 minutes.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Heat remaining ghee in a small pan. Add cumin seeds, garlic and dried chillies; sizzle until garlic is light golden.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Pour the hot tempering over dal. Add lemon juice and coriander; stir before serving.