Dal (Indian Curried Lentils) – Kosher Recipes | OU Kosher Certification – OU Kosher Certification

Ingredients

• 2 cups (about 1 lb.) dried brown lentils
• 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 medium onions, choppedSpice Mixture I:
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• ½ teaspoon cayenneSpice Mixture II:
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin or coriander or ¾ teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• ¾ teaspoon turmeric
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)Spice Mixture III:
• 2 Tablespoons curry powderRemaining ingredients:
• 4 cups water
• 3 to 4 whole cloves
• 1 (2-inch) stick cinnamon
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt to taste
• 2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
• ½ cup sour cream or yogurt (optional)