Katts Spicy Indian Dhal

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups yellow lentils
• 3 1/2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vegetable stock powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 4 medium onions chopped
• 3 - 4 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tins chopped tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons mustard seeds
• 2 teaspoons paprika (sweet or hot)
• 1 teaspoon salt or to taste

Preparation method

1. Soak lentils overnight then drain lentils and put into a saucepan with vegetable stock powder, salt and approximately 1 tablespoon cumin and 1 tablespoon tumeric. Cover with water.
   
2. Bring lentils to boil, then simmer until soft. (Approx 20 -30 mins) DO NOT DRAIN
3. In a large saucepan heat some olive oil. Add chopped onions and garlic. Cook until soft.
4. Add tomatoes, mustard seed, cumin, coriander, rest of turmeric, paprika and salt to taste
5. Stir gently to combine ingredients and bring to boil. Simmer for 5 - 10 minutes. - adjust seasonings to taste
6. Add to lentils, stir thoroughly so all ingredients are combined.
7. Serve with rice

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