Red Lentil Dahl

I was SHOCKED at how good this was. Incredible flavor. It will be watery/soupy and will go well over rice. 

Ingredients:

• 2 T. sesame oil or, alternatively, olive oil, or a blend of them
• 1 cup finely chopped white onion
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 T. finely chopped fresh ginger
• 4 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed 
• 1 t. cumin
• 1 t. corriander
• 1 t. turmeric
• ¼ t. cardamom
• ¼ t. cinnamon
• ¼ t. red pepper flakes
• 1 t. salt, or to taste
• 1 t. of your favorite curry powder

Some rice to serve with it or under it.

Preparation:

1. In a 3-quart stockpot or other medium-sized soup pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the onion, garlic and ginger. Cook, stirring often, until the onions are translucent, about 6 minutes.

2. Stirring constantly, add the water or broth, lentils, spices and salt. Bring to a low boil, then turn down the heat to low, cover and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until lentils are very tender. Add more broth if needed to get your desired consistency.