Spicy Lentil Dip

You boil lentils, then blend them until smooth to make this pungent puree; curry-scented spices--like cumin, garlic and cayenne--finish the dish.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 53 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 ½ cups water
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 cup red lentils
• 2 cloves crushed garlic
• ¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan combine the lentils, onion and water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are soft. Pass lentils through a food mill or blend them in a blender.

Step 2

Toast curry powder and cumin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Add cayenne, oil and garlic. Saute for 1 minute.

Step 3

Stir spice mixture into lentils and serve.