EVERYDAY COMFORT

A Bowl of Comfort: Daal

Name: A Bowl of Comfort: Daal
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Pakistani
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils, rinsed; 3 cups water, plus more as needed; ½ tsp turmeric powder; ½ tsp red chilli powder; Salt to taste; 2 tbsp oil; 3 garlic cloves, sliced; ½ tsp cumin powder; Fresh coriander and lemon

Some meals need very little introduction. This simple masoor daal brings gentle spice and a sizzling finish to the everyday table.

35 MINUTESSERVES 4PAKISTANI HOME COOKING

A Bowl of Comfort: Daal serving inspiration

Let’s get cooking.

01
Combine lentils, water, turmeric and chilli in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20–25 minutes until soft.
02
Stir well, season with salt and add water to reach your preferred consistency.
03
Heat oil in a small pan and gently fry garlic until golden. Remove from heat and stir in cumin powder.
04
Pour over the daal. Finish with coriander and a squeeze of lemon.

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