Tag: spices

Hmmmm, nothing like a Dal soup to warm us in cold autumn and winter months. We often will have a bowl for lunch or supper accompanied of a slice of bread. Here is one of my favorites; red gentil dal

2 tbsp coconut oil
2 tsp cumin seeds
2 tsp mustard seeds
1 yellow onion finely diced
1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
2 tsp turmeric
2 tsp ground cumin
Sea salt
1 x 28 oz can diced tomatoes (drained)
7 cups of vegetable stock
2 cups dry red lentils
1 cinnamon stick
1 tsp of fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp agave

Heat oil in a large pot at medium heat, then add cumin & mustard seeds and saute until they begin to crackle. Add onion, ginger, turmeric cumin, and a pinch of salt only if you wish. Stir and saute until union is soft. Add diced tomatoes and saute for one minute. Add stock, lentils and cinnamon. and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

Your kitchen will be filled with a beautiful aroma, that of the many different spices !

Final step, remove cinnamon stick, add lime and agave….. to sweeten the pot 🙂

Blend or purée to your liking

Ready to serve, Enjoy !

Cristina