Tarka Chana Dal

The recipe

Instructions

1. 1
   Rinse the lentils well, then simmer in a large pan with the turmeric and plenty of water for 30-35 minutes until soft, topping up the water as needed.
2. 2
   While they cook, soften the chopped onion in half the oil for 6-7 minutes, then stir in the grated ginger and chopped tomatoes and simmer for 8 minutes.
3. 3
   Stir the tomato mixture into the cooked lentils with the salt and mash lightly to thicken.
4. 4
   For the tarka, heat the remaining oil in a small pan and fry the sliced garlic and cumin for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
5. 5
   Pour the sizzling tarka over the dal, stir through the garam masala and serve.

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