Step 1

Wash lentils until the water runs clear.

Step 2

Add water until 1 inch above the surface of the lentils and boil.

Step 3

Add onions, bay leaf, turmeric and salt.

Step 4

Cook lentils for 10-15 mins or until soft.

Step 5

Remove bay leaf and blend lentils using a hand blender until you achieve desired consistency, preferably smooth.

Step 6

*Add more water at this point if you want a thinner dhal*

Step 7

Heat oil in a frying pan until hot and add dried red chilli and garlic. Allow garlic to lightly brown.

Step 8

Add this flavored oil to the blended lentils.

Step 9

Add tomatoes and chopped coriander.

Step 10

Serve with basmati or jasmine rice and lemon wedge.

Step 11

Enjoy!