Dal - Indian Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• 1 C Yellow or Red Lentils
• 6 C Vegetable Stock, Low Sodium
• 2” Fresh Ginger, Minced Finely
• 2 T Vegetable Oil
• 1 T Coriander Seed
• 1 T Cumin Seed
• ¼ t Cayenne Pepper, to taste
• 1-2 Garlic Cloves, or more, Minced
• 1 Small/Medium onion, chopped
• 1-2t garam masala
• Freshly Ground Black Pepper and Salt, to taste
• ⅓ C Chopped Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. 1 In A Spice Mill, Grind The: In a spice mill, grind the coriander and cumin.
2. 2 Heat The Oil In A Stock: Heat the oil in a stock pot on medium-high heat until just smoking, then add the spices and cayenne. Stir for 3-5 seconds, until you can smell the spices starting to toast.
3. 3 Add The Onion And Ginger: Add the onion and ginger. Reduce the heat and sautee until the onion softens.
4. 4 Add The Garlic And Cook For: Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
5. 5 Add The Lentils And Sautee For: Add the lentils and sautee for 1 minute, until everything is coated well.
6. 6 Add The Stock And Bring To: Add the stock and bring to a boil over high heat.
7. 7 Reduce The Heat Then Simmer For: Reduce the heat then simmer for 45 minutes, occasionally stirring.
8. 8 Season With Salt And Pepper While: Season with salt and pepper while cooking (this is where you may eat ½ of it...).
9. 9 It Is Done When The Lentils: It is done when the lentils soften and can be whisked to a smoother consistency, the cook time is flexible and add more stock or water if it thickens too much to your liking.
10. 10 Stir In Garam Masala To Taste: Stir in garam masala to taste.
11. 11 Serve Warm, Garnished With Cilantro: Serve warm, garnished with cilantro.