posted by Terrytx 10-11-100 7:16 AM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Red Lentil Dal (Indian)
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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Ethnic Low Fat
Soups & Stews Vegetarian
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups water
1 cup red lentils
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup basmati rice, cooked according to package directions
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup onion and 1 minced garlic clove and saute until tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
Combine 3 cups water, lentils, remaining 1 cup onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, turmeric, cumin and ginger in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until lentils are tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer half the lentil mixture to processor; puree until smooth. Return puree to same saucepan.
Mix in sauteed onion mixture. Simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Spoon rice into bowls. Spoon dal over. Top with tomatoes, cilantro and chili.
Per serving: 410 cal, 5 g. fat, 0 chol
Source: "Bon Appetit-3/99"
Serving Ideas : Serve with basmati rice and Indian bread.