Nepali Rato Dal (Easy Red Lentil Soup)

Ingredients

• 1 cup red lentils (Masoor dal)
• 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
• salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp minced ginger
• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 1 tsp ghee or vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Jimbu
• 2 cup water
• 1 cup hot water

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the lentils with cold water until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   Then, add the turmeric powder, lentils, ginger, and garlic to a pressure cooker with 2 cups of water.

3. 3

   Cover the lid and let it cook for 8-10 minutes on medium heat until you hear two-three whistles.

4. 4

   Let it cool for 5-6 minutes, then remove the lid. You will see the thick texture of the dal.

5. 5

   Add hot or warm water and bring it to a boil for 3-4 minutes on medium-high heat. Let it simmer, and turn off the heat.

6. 6

   --- Tempering ---

7. 7

   Heat oil or ghee over medium heat in a separate pan.

8. 8

   Add one teaspoon of jimbu and let it cook for a minute.

9. 9

   Finally, pour the oil into the dal. Add salt to taste and mix everything well. Serve hot with rice or roti.