Lentil Dahl

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1 teaspoon turmeric, ground
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper, crushed
• 2 cups cauliflower florets, chopped
• 2 1/2 cups beef broth or chicken broth
• 1 cup dried lentils
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion, ginger, garlic, cumin, turmeric, garam masala and red pepper and saute for approx 2 minutes (until onions are soft).
3. Add cauliflower and saute 1 minute.
4. Stir in broth and lentils, making sure to mix well.
5. Bring to a boil.
6. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for about 35 minutes or until lentils are tender.
7. Stir in lime juice and salt.