daal

60 mins
Serves 4
tiktok.com

Directions

  1. 1Leave the lentils to soak, then rinse them well.
  2. 2Prepare the base of the dish with onions, tomatoes, garlic and ginger pesto, spices, and fresh cilantro.
  3. 3Put all ingredients for the base into a large pot over a high flame. Toast and stir.
  4. 4When the lentils change color, add plenty of water and lower the flame.
  5. 5Let it cook slowly for about an hour until the daal thickens and becomes soft and rich.
  6. 6Serve with a slice of lemon and naan.

Ingredients

  • 500 g lentils
  • 2 L water
  • 2 large onions
  • 1 large tomato
  • 1 tsp curry
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp chopped garlic
  • 1 tsp chopped ginger
  • 2 fresh chilies
  • qb salt
  • qb seed oil
  • qb fresh cilantro
  • 1 lemon

Equipment

large pot

Tips

  • Soaking lentils is fundamental for slow and creamy cooking.
  • Patience and calm are essential for the daal to thicken and meld flavors.
  • Serve with a slice of lemon for freshness and naan.