Seema's Dahl

p. 48 · Seema (named in the title)

The original: Seema's Dahl

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces yellow split peas
  • 8 ounces red lentils
  • 1 medium Spanish onion - dice and saute. ± celery
  • add 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • add above legumes, 4-6 cups broth, 8 ounces chopped tomatoes

Method

Cook in pressure cooker for 15 minutes on low pressure.

Allow pressure to drop, or release. Add cayenne pepper to taste and 1-2 teaspoons Garam Masala. Makes ~ 6 cups.

on stove, use extra water, cook 2-3 hours stirring frequently.

Note: The "±" before the celery means she treated it as optional.