Here is an awesome appetizer for you and your friends.Super easy and so tasty. Who doesn’t want that? Dal is an ancient dish served around the world but has its roots in India. There are many variations eaten by the royalty to the poor. Some are very complicated while others are quite simple. This one is dead simple. Personally I enjoy the hit of mint and the at the same time the heat from the chilies. As always prepare your ingredients ahead of time to make it simple to execute. I like this dish thick so as to make it easy to spread on the warmed bread. As always, I hope you enjoy.

Mint and garlic Dal

Mint and garlic Dal method

1. Prepare all ingredients and set aside.
2. Wash lentils well in cold water
3. Place lentils in pot with cold water filled to 2.5 cm. above the lentil level.
4. Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer.
5. Add tomatoes and jalapeno.
6. Let cook partly covered for approx. 40 minutes or until the lentils are completely soft and tender.
7. Cover and set aside.
8. Heat deep pan with oil on medium high heat.
9. Add chopped onions until translucent.
10. Turn down heat to medium
11. Add Turmeric, garlic Cayenne. Mix well.
12. Let simmer for 3 minutes. Do not let it burn!
13. Slowly add lentils directly into the pan.
14. Let simmer for 4 minutes or until you have your desired consistency. ( I let it reduce a bit.)
15. Serve in a bowl and top with cilantro and squeeze lemon juice over top just before serving.
16. Heat some pita bread and cut into slices.
17. Hope you enjoy!

Summary

Recipe Name

Mint and garlic Dal

Author Name

Kimbos Comfort Kitchen

Published On

2023-06-07

Preparation Time

15m

Cook Time

50m

Total Time

65m

Average Rating

5 Based on 4 Review(s)