Measurements

• 1 cup lentils
• 1 large onion
• 2 tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 inch ginger
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
• 1 lemon

Preparation Method

• Rinse lentils thoroughly under cold water.
• In a pot, add lentils and 3 cups of water.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
• In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat.
• Add onions and sauté until golden brown.
• Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
• Stir in turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder.
• Cook for another minute.
• Add tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes.
• Add cooked lentils to the pan, mix well.
• Stir in garam masala and salt.
• Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
• Adjust seasoning if needed.
• Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

* Recipe for this meal is curated by GrocerAI's Conversational AI Agent Jiva.