Indian mixed lentils

 Indian mixed lentils

Ingredients

• 1 cup mixed lentils
• 2.5-3 cups water
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1-3 roma tomatoes, diced (alternate: 2 cups mango)
• (optional) 1 serrano chile
• (optional) 1-2 cloves garlic
• (optional) 1 tbsp oil or ghee
• (optional) 3 tsp cumin seeds
• (optional) 2 tsp coriander powder

Directions

1. Rinse lentils thoroughly.
2. Add lentils, water, turmeric, salt, and serrano chile, if desired, to slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
3. 10 mins before serving, add chopped tomato, cilantro, and optional ingredients if using. Can cook on low an additional hour or two if desired.

Serve with

• paratha, roti, or rice;
• yogurt or roasted plantains (can even mix in for some sweetness)
• fresh fruit or green salad (e.g. with beets, avocado, and sunflower seeds)

Inspired by 

http://www.novicehousewife.com/2011/01/19/a-bachelors-answer-to-home-made-meal-vs-crockpot-lentil-recipe/. Mango version inspired by https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/250017/indian-mango-dal/

Red lentil dal

Try 

https://www.noracooks.com/red-lentil-dahl/ Quick & Easy Red Lentil Dahl - Nora Cooks