Puree of Lentils with Garlic & Cumin
This Indian side dish goes by the name of Dal. Perfectly seasoned, it should be served over rice or as a sauce for dipping breads. A puree that's a pure delight.
Ingredients
For 5 people
- 1 1/4 cup(s) dried pink or yellow lentils
- 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground turmeric
- 32 floz water
- 1 chopped plum tomato
- 1 teaspoon(s) salt
- 1 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) cumin seeds
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper
- 5 1/2 tablespoon(s) minced fresh cilantro, divided
- 1/2 floz fresh lemon juice
Directions
Place lentils and turmeric in a large saucepan; cover with 4 cups water. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomato; cook for 5 minutes or until lentils are tender. Stir in salt; keep warm. Heat the vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds and garlic; cook 2 minutes or until garlic is golden, stirring constantly. Stir in the red pepper, and remove from heat. Pour oil mixture over lentils, and stir in 2 tbsp. cilantro. Spoon the dal into individual bowls, and sprinkle with the remaining cilantro and the lemon juice.
Nutrition facts
- Kcal: 119.28 kcal
- Fibers (g): 11.35g
- Sodium (mg): 474.84mg
- Carbs: 23.07g
- Fat: 2.93g
- Saturated fat (g): 0.22g
- Proteins: 10.41g