Chili powder Wash lentils thoroughly. Place in pot with the water & bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook about 10 minutes. Stir in salt, garlic, chili & mustard. Lower heat & simmer for 30 minutes till lentils are soft. In a skillet, heat the ghee & toss in the cumin seeds & chili powder. Top cooked dahl just before serving with ghee mixture.