Spiced Red Lentils (Masoor Dal)

Name: Spiced Red Lentils (Masoor Dal)
Yield: Serves 8 as a side dish, or 4 as a vegetarian main course
Cuisine: Asia, Indian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon, vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon, ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon, ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon, ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon, ground turmeric; 1/8 teaspoon, ground cardamom; 1/8 teaspoon, red pepper flakes; 1 , onion, chopped fine; 4 , garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons, grated fresh ginger; 4 cups, water; 8 1/2 ounces (1 1/4 cups), red lentils, picked over and rinsed; 1 pound, plum tomatoes (about 3 tomatoes), cored, seeded, and chopped; 1/2 cup, minced fresh cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons, unsalted butter; , Salt and ground black pepper; , Lemon wedges

Side Dishes
Asia
Indian
Pasta, Grains, Rice & Beans
Beans
Vegetarian
Stews

A blend of aromatic spices along with the wholesome earthiness of the lentils makes dal, or spiced stewed lentils, a satisfying vegetarian meal as well as a complementary side to any Indian main dish.

SERVES 8 as a side dish, or 4 as a vegetarian main course

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