• 1 cup red lentils
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves crushed garlic
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

In a medium saucepan combine the lentils, onion and water.

Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are soft.

Pass lentils through a food mill or blend them in a blender.

Toast curry powder and cumin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant.

Add cayenne, oil and garlic. Saute for 1 minute.

Stir spice mixture into lentils and serve.

by Pak101.com (few years ago!) / 1170 views