Ingredients2 tablespoons olive oil
3 teaspoons whole cumin seeds
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 medium onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups yellow lentils
2 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
Directions
Prep the dry lentils ahead of time. First rinse and sort through to make sure there isn't any debris in them. Then soak in a bowl of cold water for 4 to 8 hours. If soaking for more than 8, place in the refrigerator. Don't soak for any longer than 24 hours. When you're ready to cook, drain the lentils.
Heat oil in saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in cumin seeds and red pepper flakes, and saute 1 minute. Add onion, garlic, and salt, and saute for a few more minutes, until the onions start to become clear.
Add pre-soaked and drained lentils, vegetable broth, 2 cups water, and turmeric. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 25-45 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Test the lentils to make sure they're done and not still crunchy.
Serve over rice or other grain.
Adapted from
https://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipes/yellow-lentil-dal
Makes
about 3 large servings