Nepalese

Bhatmasu Dal

Name: Bhatmasu Dal
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Nepalese
Ingredients: 1 cup split yellow lentils; 1 onion, chopped; 1 tomato, chopped; 1 tbsp oil; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1/2 tsp garam masala; 1/4 tsp chili powder; 4 cups water; Salt to taste

A traditional Nepalese lentil soup made with split yellow lentils and aromatic spices.

40 minutes4 servings

Method

Rinse lentils and soak for 30 minutes, then drain.
Heat oil in a pot, add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant.
Add onions and cook until golden, then add tomatoes and cook until softened.
Add lentils, spices, and water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.

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