Spicy Lentil Dip - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup red lentils
1 onion, chopped
2 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons curry powder
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 teaspoon cumin seeds

Preparation

In a medium saucepan combine the lentils, onion and water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are soft. Pass lentils through a food mill or blend them in a blender.
Toast curry powder and cumin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Add cayenne, oil and garlic. Saute for 1 minute.
Stir spice mixture into lentils and serve.