Ayurvedic Dahl

• red lentil↗1 cup

  rinsed

• water↗5 cups
• ground turmeric↗1 teaspoon
• ground coriander↗2 teaspoons
• fresh ginger↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons

  grated

• salt↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• ghee (clarified butter) or 2 tablespoons coconut oil↗2 tablespoons
• cumin seed↗1 teaspoon
• cilantro↗1⁄4 cup

  chopped

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   1.Combine the lentils, water, turmeric, coriander, and ginger in a stockpot.

2. 2

   2. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30 minutes or until the lentils are fully cooked and soft.

3. 3

   3. Turn off the heat and add the salt.

4. 4

   4. In a large saucepan, warm up the ghee over moderate heat and add the cumin seeds to sauté for a minute or so, or until they turn brown and release their aroma.

5. 5

   5. Pour the lentils into the saucepan and cover to allow the seasoning to blend, about 2 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.