Dhal

Ingredients

• • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 piece 1-inch (2.5-cm) fresh ginger, peeled and halved
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 cups (1 litre) water (or half water and half vegetable broth)
  • 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) red lentils
  • Salt and pepper

• Side dish and Toppings

  • Basmati rice, cooked
  • Plain yogurt, to taste (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro or chopped parsley (optional)
  • 1 cauliflower, cut into florets and steamed or grilled
  • Lime or lemon wedges (optional)