DAHL

This is a yummy lentil dahl and makes for an appetising side when served with curry . I drained a 400gm can of tinned yellow lentils . Placed lentils in a pot and covered them with water and bought them to the boil . Add more water if necessary to prevent drying out . Stir in 1 tsp of minced ginger ,200gm of tinned diced tomatoes , 1 tbs of lemon juice and 1 dsp of ground tumeric,continue simmering . Heat 2 tbs of oil in a small pan and add 1 tsp of cumin seeds sprinkle of chilli powder ( to taste ),a sprinkle of asafoetida 1 tbs of minced garlic and 1 onion peeled and chopped . cook till the onion has softened . Stir this mixture into the lentils . Spoon into a bowl and garnish with a bay leaf and peppercorns .