Soy Dal Tadka

Ingredients （yields: 750 ml)

• 160 g dry soybeans

• 3 cups water

• 1 tsp turmeric

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 tbsp ghee

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 60 g onion, finely chopped

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 60 ml tomato paste

• ½ tsp red chili powder

• ½ tsp garam masala

• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro leaves

Realisation

1. Soak the soybeans overnight, then rinse and drain;

2. Blend the soaked soybeans with 3 cups of water until a coarse texture forms;

3. Transfer the mixture to a pot, add the turmeric and salt, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes;

4. Heat the ghee in a small pan;

5. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle;

6. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden, about 6 minutes;

7. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute;

8. Add the tomato paste, red chili powder, and garam masala, and stir until well combined, about 2 minutes;

9. Pour the sizzling spice mixture over the cooked soybean;

10. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top;

11. Serve and enjoy!