Masoor Dal (Red Lentil Curry)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup masoor dal (red lentils)
• 3 cups water
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Rinse and cook masoor dal with water, turmeric, chopped tomatoes, onion, and ginger-garlic paste until soft and cooked.
2. In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Add coriander powder, red chili powder, and sauté briefly.
3. Combine the dal with the spice mixture. Simmer for a few more minutes, adding garam masala and salt to taste.