MUM'S EVERYDAY RED LENTILS
Steps:
- Put the lentils in a strainer and rinse them under running water. Add them to a bowl, cover with water and let soak for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, the onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, chile, if using, and the lentils. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Skim any scum from the surface. DO NOT ADD SALT YET; it will toughen the lentils, thereby lengthening their cooking time. Lower the heat, cover the pot with a lid and gently simmer until the lentils are tender, almost translucent, and almost falling apart, about 30 to 40 minutes.
- Whisk the lentils, releasing its natural starch, and mash some them so the mixture becomes thick. Add salt, to taste.
- Tempering oil (bagaar): In a small bowl, combine the cumin and mustard seeds. In another bowl, combine the spice powders. Have all the ingredients ready because this will move very fast!
- In a small skillet, over a medium-high flame, warm 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add seeds and immediately cover so you don't get covered in spluttering oil and seeds! Add the spices. They should sizzle and bubble a little - that's the blooming and it's exactly what you want. Don't let them burn. The mixture should bloom for about 30 seconds, no more.
- Pour the oil mixture into the lentils, standing back so you don't get hurt when the mixture splutters again. Add salt to taste. Stir to combine. Transfer the lentils to a serving dish and garnish with cilantro.
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David Jeong
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family.
Falbio Bright
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family.
chanda sha
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe.
MD Biddut
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good red lentil recipe for ages. This one is perfect! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.
Aref Omar
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Rifat Raj
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family.
Md Sohag Babu
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe.
Codney Serage
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good red lentil recipe for ages. This one is perfect! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Asky Askan
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family.
Princess Wolugbom
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family. highly recommend this recipe.
Jayantha Jayaweera
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe.
Alex Isotalo
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good red lentil recipe for ages. This one is perfect! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.
Dubai Sharja
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family.
FabRi 342
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family.
Ms Monija
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe.
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[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good red lentil recipe for ages. This one is perfect! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.
Atete Louis
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family.
Marcellus Isom
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The lentils are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying.
Towfika Islam
[email protected]This is a great recipe! I've made it several times now and it always turns out delicious. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and satisfying.