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Sucha's Dal
Ingredients
2 cups masoor dal Water
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup oil
1 1/2 onions, chopped
1 head garlic, separated, chopped
1 (1-inch piece) ginger root, chopped
2 jalapeno chilies, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
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Method:
- Rinse dal thoroughly, until water is clear. In
pot bring 1 quart water to boil. Add dal. Cook half way, about 10 to 15
minutes; add 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric and salt.
As dal cooks, uncovered, water will evaporate and mixture will thicken.
Add more water to keep dal loose, like texture of thick cream.
- When dal is soft, turn off heat. Heat oil in
wok. When oil is very hot, add onions and cook until tender and
translucent but not browned. Add garlic, ginger and chilies. Continue to
fry until onions are deep-yellow. Add remaining 1 teaspoon each garam
masala and turmeric. Do not allow spices to burn. Keep stirring until
mixture starts to stick.
- Add tomatoes and cilantro. Cook until tomato
softens. Pour in pot of dal and simmer to blend flavors. Taste and add
more salt if needed.
Serves : 6 to 8
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