Saagwalla Dhal

Directions

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   6 oz Skinless split moong dhal or -yellow split peas 2 tb Heaped ghee 1 lg Onion fine sliced 1 Fresh green chili 2 Cinnamon sticks, broken u

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   1/2 ts Turmeric 1/2 ts Garam masala 1/4 ts Chilli powder 1 ts Salt to taste 1 ts Ground cumin 2 Ripe tomatoes, skinned, -chopped 20 oz Warm

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   1) Wash and soak the dhal for 2 hours and drain well

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   2) Melt ghee over medium heat in a non-stick pan and fry the onions, green chilli and cinnamon until onions are slightly browned, about 6 to

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   3) Add the turmeric and garam masala, stir and mix well

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   4) Add the dhal, chilli powder and salt, stir and fry for 8 to 10 minutes over a low heat

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   5) Add the cumin and tomato, stir and cook for 3 to 4 minutes

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   6) Add the water, bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally