Red Lentil Dal Recipe - (4.6/5)

Ingredients

• 3 cups red lentils (masoor dal)
• 1 medium yellow or red onion, roughly chopped
• 1 cup tomatoes, canned or fresh, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon black or yellow mustard seeds
• 1/2 medium red or yellow onion, finely chopped
• 15 to 20 fresh or frozen curry leaves (optional but worth seeking out)
• 1 14-oz can coconut milk