This week has been quite hectic. Easter was fast approaching and I had plans on baking hot cross buns and a breakfast feast for Easter Sunday. However, time got the better of me and I didn't get the chance to do what I had planned. I did, however, make the time for our meatless day challenge as I knew the weekend was going to be full of eating and not to mention the eating of lots and lots of Easter eggs.
This week I decided to cook Chana Dahl. Hubby and I recently discovered an Indian Supermarket in our local area and bought many ingredients that I wanted to try out. I've only cooked with lentils once before and I remember liking it. I came across this recipe and wanted to try it so much. It turned out really delicious and filling. I will definitely be making this again.
- 200g dry lentils
- 1 tsp turmeric
- vegetable oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbl ginger and garlic puree
- 1 tbl red chilli powder
- 3 tomatoes, finely chopped
- Soak the lentils in fresh water for an hour
- Cook the lentils with the turmeric and salt in enough water just to cover until tender but not completely cooked and the water has evaporated. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the cumin seeds and fry until they crackle.
- Add the onions and sauté until golden brown
- Stir in the ginger and garlic puree and the chilli powder
- Stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes, then add the tomatoes and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until you have a course puree
- Add the parcooked lentils and simmer gently until they are tender.
- To serve, garnish with chopped coriander leaves and fresh green chilli
Bon Appetite,
Cherrie
5 comments:
Yum, that looks great and the colors are beautiful. But I'm also craving for some cross buns the moment you mentioned. :) Thanks for the link.
I wish I could eat chickpeas. But I will try using Divina soaking method and see what my reaction is.
Mmmm chickpeas! I can only have so much of this because of how heavy it is but given the right seasoning like your recipe, I think I can give it another go! :)
this is something my kids will love, they love chickpeas so will give this recipe a try.
I really like Chana Dahl. I cooked a massive batch last year and froze individual portions. I a them with toast when I could not be bothered cooking. It was very nice. I like your recipe too.
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