Instructions: Bring the lentils to the boil and simmer in the water until very soft.

Heat the oil in a pan and add the mustard seeds.

When they crackle add the cumin and asafoetida.

Stir a few times and add the onion.

Fry until golden then add the ginger and garlic.

Add all the other ingredients and cook until a thick paste is formed.

Pour in the lentils add salt and bring to the boil.

Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Serve very hot.

Goes with rice and combines the sweetness of onions with the nuttiness of the lentils

Serves 4

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