Musur Dal

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Ingredients

1 cup	red lentils (musur dal)
3 cups	water
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 medium	tomato, chopped
2 cloves	garlic, minced
1 inch	ginger, grated
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
2 pieces	dried red chilies
1	bay leaf
1 teaspoon	salt
1 tablespoon	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse the red lentils thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. 2 In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed lentils with 3 cups of water and bring to a boil.
3. 3 Reduce the heat to low and add turmeric powder and salt. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the lentils are soft and cooked through.
4. 4 In a separate pan, heat mustard oil over medium heat.
5. 5 Add cumin seeds, dried red chilies, and bay leaf to the hot oil and sauté until the spices release their aroma.
6. 6 Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until golden brown.
7. 7 Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute.
8. 8 Add the chopped tomato and cook until the tomato softens and the oil begins to separate from the mixture.
9. 9 Pour the cooked lentils into the pan with the spice mixture and stir well to combine.
10. 10 Simmer the dal for another 5-10 minutes, adjusting the consistency with water if necessary.
11. 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.