Masoor Dal Tadka

Ingredients

• 1 cup masoor dal (red lentils), rinsed and drained
• 3 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, minced
• 1-2 green chilies, slit (adjust to taste)
• 1 tomato, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnish