Easy Masoor Daal

A taste of india, fast, and easy. Serve with plain or spiced rice.

Rinse lentils thoroughly and place in a medium saucepan along with ginger , turmeric , salt and cayenne pepper.

Cover with about 1 inch of water and bring to a boil.

Skim off any foam that forms on top of the lentils.

Reduce heat and simmer , stirring occasionally , until beans are tender and soupy.

Meanwhile , in a microwave safe dish combine oil , dried onion and cumin seeds.

Microwave on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute.

Be sure to brown , but not burn , onions.

Stir into lentil mixture.

red lentil, ginger, ground turmeric, salt, cayenne pepper, vegetable oil, dried onion flakes, cumin seed