Masoor Masala (Red Lentils With Onion And Garlic) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

10 1/2 ounces red lentils, washed in 2-3 changes of water
2 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons sunflower oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon garlic paste
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Preparation

Place the lentils in a large saucepan and add the water. Boil until mushy.
Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the onions until golden. Drain half of them with a slotted spoon and reserve in a separate bowl.
Add the ginger and garlic pastes to the pan and stir for a few seconds. Stir in the tomatoes and the chili powder and cook until soft.
Season with salt and stir in the cooked lentils.
Serve hot, topped with the reserved fried onions and a sprinkling of cilantro leaves.