Masala Dal

* Exported from MasterCook *

MASALA DAL

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Ethnic Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 c Yellow split peas
1/3 ts Turmeric
2 ts Salt
1/2 c Ghee
1 t Cumin seeds
1 1/2 c Finely chopped onions
1/4 ts Red pepper
2 tb Chopped coriander leaves

Wash peas well. Place in a bowl, cover with hot water
& let sit for an hour. Drain. Place in a large pot,
add 4 1/2 cups water & throw in the turmeric. Bring
to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to
medium low, partially cover & simmer for 45 minutes.
Remove from heat, beat with a wire whisk till the
mixture is finely pureed. Stir in salt & set aside.

When ready to serve, simmer puree over low heat till
piping hot. Heat ghee in a skillet over medium high
heat. When very hot, add cumin seeds & fry for 10
seconds. Lower heat, add onions & fry for 20 minutes,
stirring constantly to prevent burning. Stir in red
pepper & immediately pour in to the puree. Garnish
with coriander.

Serve with a potato dish, rice & bread.

Julie Sahni, "Classic Indian Cooking"



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