Refried Lentils (Masalá Dal)

Ingredients:

  • Raw Lentils (3 cups)
  • Water or Beef Broth (9 cups)
  • Kosher Salt (1 TBSP)
  • Tomato Paste (1/2 TBSP or 1 & 1/2 tsp)
  • Masalá Powder  (1 TBSP)
  • Olive Oil (2 tsp)

 

Directions: 

  1. In a medium-sized pot, add lentils, water, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil for 15-20 minutes or ‘til lentils are tender.
  2. Strain lentils using a colander and bowl underneath (to catch the remaining lentil-broth).
  3. In a large sauté pan on medium-high heat, add in olive oil, lentils, tomato paste, and Masala. Mix and mash the lentils into the pan using a masher or fork until a desired consistency is reached.
  4. Add 1/3 cup of lentil-broth to the pan and mix together.
  5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

 

This recipe serves an ideal portion for (2-3) people.

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