Name: Spicy Urad Dal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 cup urad dal ((black lentil dal)); 1 inch ginger root ((grated)); 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp cayenne ((or paprika for less heat)); 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 10 cloves garlic ((minced or grated)); 3 medium tomatoes ((pureed. Canned puree is fine too, use 1 cup)); 1 to 2 tsp garam masala; 2 tbsp vegan butter; 1 tbsp kasoori methi ((optional)); 1 tsp sugar ((optional, but adds a bit more depth. You won't taste the sugar)); 2 tbsp cilantro ((chopped)); Salt to taste