Dal (Lentils)

Dal has always been one of my favorite dishes since I was a child. It still continues to be one of my favorite dishes. I try to incorporate it at least once a week. It's my comfort food :)
Not only does it taste good and is so fast and easy to make, but it has so many nutritional benefits!

Lentils are an excellent source of protein that is low in fat. It lowers cholesterol, reduces heart diseases and is a great source of magnesium and folate. Lentils are one of the most alkaline proteins which makes it excellent for the digestive system. It is also a good source of carbohydrates which stabilizes the blood sugar and therefore makes it great for diabetics.

Recipe (3-4 people)
Ingredients:
2 cups of orange lentils - wash and rinse a few times with a strainer to make sure its clean. 
1 tomato
1 onion
1 garlic clove
1 potato
1/4tsp of turmeric, coriander, cumin. (or any other mix seasonings you prefer)
pinch of salt
6 cups of water

Method:
-Fry the onion, tomato and garlic
-Add seasonings and salt
-Add water
-After water boils, Add the lentils
-After 10 minutes add the Potato
-Cover and leave for around 30 minutes or until it reaches the consistence that you desire

Today I had it with brown rice and salad :) So yummy!