Halal Black Lentil Usal (Indian Spiced)

• 1 cup black lentils (urad dal), soaked 2 hours or pre-cooked
• 1 onion, 2 tomatoes, 1-2 green chilies
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp mustard seeds, cumin seeds, turmeric, garam masala, goda masala (or extra garam masala)
• Fresh coconut (grated) or coconut milk, cilantro

1. 1Pressure cook or simmer soaked lentils until tender.
2. 2Temper mustard and cumin seeds in oil, add onion, ginger-garlic, chilies, and tomatoes. Cook until soft.
3. 3Add spices, cooked lentils, and a little water. Simmer 5-10 minutes. Finish with grated coconut and cilantro. Serve with rice or bread.
4. 4*Nutritional Value (per serving, approx.): 260 calories, 15g protein, 38g carbs, 6g fat, 10g fiber.

Nutrition values are estimates.