Dhal Kit

Description

Product description Dhal KitA light satisfying masala, an Indian staple, this rich tawsty dish is great on it's own or as a side. Shopping List:900ml waterSalt1 whole chilli1tbsp of ghee or vegetable oil1 small onionI clove of garlic2 tomatoes1tsp fresh gingerFresh corianderMethodWash the lentils in Bag 4 in 2 changes of cold water.Place them in a pan with 400ml water and 1/2 tsp salt and bring to the boil.Remove any scum with a spoon and simmer until cooked (15 mins). Squeeze between fingers, if soft they’re ready.In a frying pan heat the oil or ghee and add Bag 1 and a fresh chilli pierced with a fork.When the seeds sizzle and become fragrant, remove the chilli and set to one side for your garnish.Add a finely diced onion and chopped garlic and fry until lightly browned (5 mins). Reduce the heat and add chopped tomatoes, grated ginger, chopped chilli and Bag 2. Let the ingredients cook down over a low heat for about 10 mins to make a thick masala paste.Pour the masala into the cooked lentils (dhal) and stir together.  It should have the consistency of a thick soup but if it’s too thick just add a little boiling water (or to thicken just leave it to simmer).Check the seasoning and adjust if required. Stir in Bag 3, add the chopped fresh coriander and fried chilli to serve. Ingredients Bay leaves, Cumin seeds, Dried fenugreek leaves, Dried Kashmiri red chillies, Garam masala, Red Lentils, Turmeric