Yellow Dal

Yellow dal is a comforting and nutritious vegan dish made with yellow lentils and aromatic spices. It's easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup yellow lentils
• 3 cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, grated
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Instructions:

Run cold water over the lentils until the water is clear

Put the lentils and water in a large pot

Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let it cook for 20 to 25 minutes, until the lentils are soft

Warm up the olive oil in a different pan over medium-low heat

Put in the mustard and cumin seeds

Let them cook until they begin to pop

Garlic, ginger, and onion should be added to the pan

Cook the onions until they become clear

Add the chili powder, turmeric, coriander, and tomatoes and mix them in

Bring it to a boil again

Mix the cooked lentils in with the tomato sauce

After you stir it well, let it cook for 5 to 10 minutes so the flavors can blend

Add salt to your liking

Before serving, sprinkle with fresh cilantro leaves