Dal Tadka

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the yellow lentils thoroughly under running water.

2. 2

   In a pot, add the lentils and 600ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the lentils are soft (about 20-25 minutes).

3. 3

   While the lentils are cooking, finely chop the onion and tomatoes.

4. 4

   In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds to the hot oil. Let them splutter for a few seconds.

6. 6

   Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until golden brown.

7. 7

   Add the ginger garlic paste and sauté for another 2 minutes.

8. 8

   Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.

9. 9

   Once the lentils are cooked, add the tomato-onion mixture to the pot of lentils. Mix well.

10. 10

    Add salt to taste and let the dal simmer for another 5-10 minutes.

11. 11

    Serve hot with rice or roti.