Aquarius Red Lentil Dal

Description
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.

Ingredients

 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 2 cups chopped onions
 * 3 garlic cloves, minced
 * 3 cups water
 * 1 cup dried red lentils
 * 3/4 teaspoon turmeric
 * 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
 * 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
 * 1 cup basmati rice, cooked according to package directions
 * 2 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
 * 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
 * 1 jalapeño chili, seeded, chopped

Directions

 * 1) Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat.
 * 2) Add 1 cup Onion and 1 minced garlic clove and sauté until tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
 * 3) Set aside. Combine 3 cups water, Lentils, remaining 1 cup Onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, turmeric, cumin and ginger in heavy medium saucepan.
 * 4) Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until Lentils are tender, about 15 minutes.
 * 5) Transfer half of Lentil mixture to processor; purée until smooth.
 * 6) Return purée to same saucepan. Mix in sautéed Onion mixture.
 * 7) Simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
 * 8) Spoon rice into bowls. Spoon dal over.
 * 9) Top with tomatoes, cilantro and chili.