Balti gram lentils

10 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
18 ounces Gram lentils (channa dhal) split and polished
4 tablespoons Green masala paste
8 tablespoons Fried dehydrated onion flake
2 tablespoons Granulated sugar(opt)
Salt to taste

Directions

1 Examine and rinse the lentils as described in Balti vegetable information sheet. Soak in cold water for at least 6 hours. Strain and rinse.

2 Bring water to the boil.

3 Add the lentils, stirring after a few minutes to ensure they are not sticking.

4 Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. leave to cook for about 45 minutes, skimming off any scum as it forms. When tender, strain (keeping the liquid for stock). 5 Add the remaining ingredients, including salt to taste, and simmer for a minimum of 10 minutes.

6 Serve on its own, or add to other Balti recipes (for example, Balti Chana Aloo) or add vegetables of your choice. Freeze any surplus.

Recipe from Balti Curry Cookbook - Pat Chapman ISBN 7499 1342 8 Submitted By IAN HOARE On 05-09-95

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