Indian spices lace this spicy, delicious dip. It’s great served with naan or pita chips!
Original recipe makes 2 cups
Ingredients
1 cup red lentils
1 onion, chopped
2 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons curry powder
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
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PREP
5 mins
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COOK
25 mins
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READY IN
35 mins
Directions
- In a medium saucepan combine the lentils, onion and water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are soft. Pass lentils through a food mill or blend them in a blender.
- Toast curry powder and cumin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Add cayenne, oil and garlic. Saute for 1 minute.
- Stir spice mixture into lentils and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 53 kcal
Carbohydrates: 7.7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 1.2 g
Fiber: 1.9 g
Protein: 3.3 g
Sodium: 2 mg