Easy Masoor Daal

Fast and simple daal using red lentils.

Original recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 cup red lentils
1 slice ginger, 1 inch piece, peeled
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
4 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon cumin seeds

  • PREP

    5 mins

  • COOK

    30 mins

  • READY IN

    35 mins

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

Calories: 185 kcal
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 5.2 g
Fiber: 9.7 g
Protein: 11.1 g
Sodium: 868 mg

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