Topic: Homely black lentils from Spice at Home by Vivek Singh

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Homely black lentils from Spice at Home by Vivek Singh


INGREDIENTS
150g split urad dal
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 green chillies, slit lengthwise
A pinch of asafoetida
4 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
5cm piece of ginger, cut into fine matchsticks
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 tablespoon   ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon red chilli powder
75ml double cream, lightly whisked

METHOD
Soak the black lentils in a bowl of water for 2 hours, or overnight if possible.
Drain the lentils, then place in a pan with half the onion, green chillies, half the asafoetida and salt to taste. Add 1.5 litres of water, bring to the boil and cook for 30