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Indian Malay Dhal
Serves 4
Easy
Total time:
Delicious, nutritious and able to feed many for a few pennys. Goes great with some roti or chapatti
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- 200g split yellow lentils
- 1 large onion (finely sliced)
- 2 cloves of garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1-2 potatoes (optional)
- 1 carrot (optional)
- 100g broccoli (optional)
- 3 cups hot water
Method
step 1
Wash the lentils then leave to soak in a bowl of water for a few minutes. Discard those that float on the surface. Drain well and set aside.step 2
Heat oil in a fry pan or pot then fry onion, garlic and ginger until the onion softens and turns golden brown.step 3
Add turmeric and mix well. Add lentils and fry for a minute or two. Add in carrots, potatoes and broccoli if using.step 4
Add hot water, bring to boil then reduce heat to a simmer.step 5
Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the lentils are half cooked. Add salt to taste and garam masala.step 6
Continue cooking until lentils are soft, some water is evaporated and the consistency is similar to porridge. If the curry is too watery, continue boiling without the lid.
