Dhal

Ingredients

1 1/4 brown lentils
3 3/4 c water
1 ts turmeric
1 garlic clove
2 tb ghee
1 onion
1 ts garam masala
1/2 ts ginger
1 ts coriander
1/2 ts cayenne pepper

Instructions

Fresh cilantro sprigs (opt) Wash lentils in cold water. In a saucepan, combine lentils, water, turmeric and garlic. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Uncover and cook 2-3 minutes to reduce excess liquid. Heat ghee in a saucepan. Add onion and fry gently 5 minutes. Add Garam Masala, ginger, coriander and cayenne pepper; cook gently 1 minute. Add mixture to lentils and stir well. Garnish with cilantro, if desired. NOTE: For a less fiery flavor, reduce cayenne pepper.