Halal Indian Style Masoor Dal (Simple Stovetop)

• 1 cup red lentils (masoor dal), rinsed
• 1 onion, 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp red chili powder
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee, salt, fresh cilantro, lemon wedges

1. 1Heat oil in a pot. Add cumin seeds, then onion and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until golden.
2. 2Add tomatoes and spices; cook 4–5 min until soft.
3. 3Add lentils and 3 cups water. Bring to boil, then simmer 15–20 min until dal is soft.
4. 4Mash slightly, adjust consistency, and garnish with cilantro and lemon. Serve with rice.

Nutrition values are estimates.